Mike Denness, known as the only Scotland-born cricketer has unfortunately passed away this week. He died at the age of 72 while battling cancer. Our prayers and thoughts go directly to his family and friends.

Denness was the former England captain in 19 of his 28 tests and scored 25,886 first-class runs. He inspired many Australian cricketers and had a huge following internationally for his accomplishments in the cricket sport.

Here are some achievements Denness completed during his cricket career:

Test runs: 1,667 (average 39.69)

Test hundreds: 4

Test fifties: 7

One-day internationals: 12

ODI runs: 264 (average 29.33)

First-class matches: 501

First-class runs: 25,886 (average 33.48)

Mike Denness will always be remembered as an amazing cricketer, who has and will continue to inspire others to follow in his footpath.