Who will be honoured as 'Legend' by Sport Australia Hall of Fame?
Options
A. Adam Gilchrist
B. Richie Benaud
C. Neil Harvey
D. Ian Chappell
Correct Answer
Richie Benaud
Explanation
Richie Benaud will be posthumously honoured as 'Legend' by Sport Australia Hall of Fame. Benaud, a former Australia captain who became one of the most loved voices of cricket after his playing days. He will be the 40th Legend of Australian Sport and the third cricketer to be bestowed the prestigious annual honour. It will be made official at the 34th Sport Australia Hall of Fame induction and awards gala dinner in Melbourne on 11 October.
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