Stan Sismey

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Stanley (Stan) George Sismey (July 15, 1916—?) was an Australian cricketer whose career highlight was commanding officer of the Australian Services XI during the Victory Tests of 1945. Sismey, although commanding officer of the side, was not the on-field captain. That honour was bestowed upon former Australian test cricketer Lindsay Hassett. Born on July 15, 1916, in Junee, New South Wales, Sismey played for New South Wales and Scotland during his 15 year career at first-class cricket level from 1938/39 through to 1952.

A right-hand batsman who averaged 17.68 during his first-class career he is better known as a wicketkeeper.

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