Yorkshire cricket legend Dickie Bird's memorabilia, including his famous umpire coats, to go under the hammer
The Yorkshire cricket legend died last year aged 92
The cricket umpire coats of Yorkshire sporting legend Dickie Bird are set to go under the hammer with an estimated sale price of between £200 and £300.
HIs white coats are along a haul of personal items belonging to or associated with the national treasure which are up for sale.
Dickie Bird, who died in September 2025 at the age of 92, became a well-regarded figure among players and the viewing public, not only due to his high standards as an umpire but also for his humour and eccentricity.
Highlights of Wellingborough-based Budds Auctions' sale include an Australia international cricket cap, estimated to sell for between £2,500 and £3,500 and the two umpire coats, which are expected to fetch between £200 and £300.
Also featured is a 1975 England versus Australia Test match cricket ball, estimated to sell for £300 to £400, and Test & County Cricket Board sleeveless and long-sleeved cricket sweaters, valued at between £250 and £350.
David Convery of Budds said: “We are truly honoured to be entrusted with this fabulous collection of poignant items from the home of the legendary, the one and only, the irreplaceable Dickie Bird OBE.”
During his career, Dickie Bird officiated in 66 Test matches and three World Cup finals, becoming one of cricket’s most recognisable and respected umpires.
The auction will feature 167 lots and will take place July 21.