Archive · 3 Dec 2025
Former England Cricketer Robin Smith Dies at 62
Robin Smith, a famous cricketer from England, has passed away at the age of 62.
He was known for his great batting skills and played for England in many important matches.
Robin was born in South Africa but moved to England to play cricket.
He played 62 test matches and scored over 4,000 runs.
His best shot was the square cut, and he was very brave when facing fast bowlers.
Robin also played in over 300 first-class matches for Hampshire.
Many people, including his teammates and fans, loved and respected him.
His family has asked that his struggles with alcohol and mental health not be speculated upon as the cause of his death.
Robin Smith, former England cricketer, died unexpectedly at his home in Perth, Australia, at the age of 62.
He played 62 test matches for England, scoring 4,236 runs with an average of 43.67 and nine centuries.
Smith was part of England's 1992 World Cup final squad and held the England ODI record score of 167* until 2016.
His family mentioned his alcohol and mental health issues since retirement but asked for no speculation on the cause of death.
Smith was known for his bravery against fast bowlers and his exceptional square cut shot, earning him the nickname 'The Judge'.
- Who
- Robin Arnold Smith, former England cricketer known as 'The Judge'
- What
- His unexpected death at his home in Perth, Australia
- When
- Monday, August 26, 2024
- Where
- Perth, Australia
- Why
- Cause of death not specified, but family mentioned his alcohol and mental health issues since retirement
- Name
- Robin Arnold Smith
- Nickname
- The Judge
- Date of Birth
- Unknown
- Date of Death
- Monday, August 26, 2024
- Age at Death
- 62
- Place of Birth
- Durban, South Africa
- Test Matches
- 62
- Test Runs
- 4,236
- Test Average
- 43.67
- Test Centuries
- 9
- ODI Matches
- 71
- Highest ODI Score
- 167*
- First-Class Matches
- More than 300
- First-Class Team
- Hampshire
- Signature Shot
- Square Cut
- Notable Achievement
- Part of England's 1992 World Cup final squad
- Highest Test Score
- 175
- Retirement Year
- 2004
