Legendary Test umpire Dickie Bird, who died in 2023 aged 92, left an estate worth almost £4million in his will, newly published probate records reveal. Bird, one of cricket's most respected and instantly recognisable officials, had no children, and his fortune has instead passed to a mix of charitable causes and extended family members, reflecting the modest but well-managed finances he built up over a long career in the game.

The Barnsley-born umpire officiated at three Cricket World Cup finals and 66 Test matches during a career spanning several decades, becoming known for his eccentric mannerisms and strict adherence to the rules. Details of the will show his nearly £4million estate being distributed between charitable organisations and relatives, ensuring his legacy extends beyond cricket into causes and family he wished to support after his death.