NZ Cricketer, Who Batted Bravely After Fiancée Death In Train Crash, Dies On 94th Birthday

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Legendary New Zealand fast bowler Bob Blair has passed away in England on his 94th birthday. Blair is remembered for his bravery after the 1953 Tangiwai disaster, in which his fiancée, Nerissa Love, was among the 151 passengers killed in a train crash, as he chose to bat for New Zealand despite his grief. His iconic moment of bravery has left a lasting impact on the sport, inspiring the creation of the Tangiwai Shield, a trophy jointly introduced by the New Zealand and South African cricket boards.