Richard Hadlee is a former New Zealand cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of the sport. He played for the New Zealand national team from 1973 to 1990 and was known for his exceptional skill, pace, and ability to swing the ball. Hadlee took 431 wickets in Test matches, making him the first bowler to reach 400 Test wickets. In addition to his bowling prowess, Hadlee was also a capable lower-order batsman, contributing valuable runs for his team. He was inducted into the International Cricket Council Hall of Fame in 2009, recognizing his significant impact on cricket.