Vaguely remember seeing him as a player, I remember him more though as a commentator, along with Brian Johnston and John Arlott they were in a class of their own and now that Richie has passed it really is the end of an era.

But with Benaud in particular his response to Sky's job offers and his family's refusal to accept the offer of a state funeral speak volumes towards the humility, integrity and honesty of the man and the family. What ever job he took on in life he did astoundingly well, seeking no adulation, or personal glory - Rest In Peace.