Who did Richie Benaud play for besides Australia?
New South Wales
Victoria
South Australia
Queensland
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New South Wales was the only Australian domestic team that Richie Benaud ever represented, having played for them from 1947 to 1964. He captained New South Wales from 1954 to 1964, leading them to four Sheffield Shield titles during that time. Benaud also captained Australia in 28 of his 63 Test matches, and was a key member of the Australian team that won the Ashes in 1956, 1959, and 1961.
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