Bob Simpson, who was one of the most influential figures in the history of Australian cricket, passed away in Sydney at the age of 89 on Saturday.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led the tributes for Bob Simpson as the cricket world pays its respects to a legendary figure who had an enormous impact on shaping the sport in the country. Simpson died in Sydney at the age of 89 after an extraordinary career as a player, captain and coach at state, national and international level.

Bob Simpson, the former Test captain and coach credited with shaping Australia’s modern golden era, died aged 89 in Sydney on Saturday, August 16, 2025. A pivotal figure in the dressing room during Australia’s rise to the top of world cricket in the 1990s,

Rahul Dravid recollected how a stint with the late Bob Simpson between 1998-1999 helped him ace the slip fielder's technique and went on to break Mark Waugh's world record to become the first designated fielder to collect 200 Test catches.

Allan Border pays tribute to the late Bob Simpson, a cricket legend who shaped Australian cricket for decades.

Bob Simpson, former Australia captain and influential figure, passed away at 89. Tributes poured in, highlighting his role as a disciplinarian who transformed Australian cricket. Steve Waugh emphasized Simpson's unparalleled knowledge and impact,

The incident happened in the 1993 Ashes series during the Old Trafford Test, when Shane Warne had stormed into the dressing room angry over his dismissal

Former Australian cricketers pay tribute to the late Bob Simpson, a legendary figure who shaped generations of players.