David Hookes
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David Hookes was a celebrated Australian cricketer and sports commentator, known for his dynamic playing style and later contributions to sports media, including his time on 'The Back Page' before his tragic death.
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Travis Head is the batting descendant of David Hookes.
Whether to Jofra Archer and the England attack, or South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, Australia star Travis Head plays his shots. He speaks ahead of Adelaide Oval TestThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2025-12-16
Australia· 2025-12-16
David Hookes was a former Test cricketer and a great friend of Gary Sweet.
Revisiting Australian miniseries Bodyline with Gary Sweet as Don Bradman on the eve of the AshesThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-11-21
Australia· 2025-11-21
David Hookes was a beloved member of the show who passed away.
Peter FitzSimons looks back at the sports panel show The Back Page after it was axed this week following a 29-year runThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-06-26
Australia· 2025-06-26
