47 years old (Born on July 19, 1977)
Ed, wishing a fantastic birthday to our favourite cricketing scholar! Whether gracefully accumulating runs for Kent between 1996 and 2004 or bringing class to Middlesex from 2005 to 2008—you've always shown us how playing hard ball is truly done. Thankfully your innings both on the pitch and with your brilliant pen are that rare combination of wit, wisdom, and unwavering elegance.From crafting insightful prose in "Playing Hard Ball" to managing tricky pitches effortlessly—your achievements delight fans across generations. Ed Smith will forever remain timelessly classic—in whites or on paper!
Happy Birthday—may it be boundary-filled fun!