Sporting icons : Bill Lawry - Achievements of this accomplished Aussie cricketer

 


Bill Lawry is a highly accomplished former Australian cricketer and a famous  cricket commentator, born on February 11, 1937. He was a consistent opening batter and a former captain .  Here are some key aspects of his career:


1. **Playing Career:**

   - Lawry was a left-handed opening batsman who played for the Australian national team from 1961 to 1971.

   - He made his Test debut against England in 1961 and played 67 Test matches for Australia.


2. **Captaincy:**

   - Bill Lawry served as the captain of the Australian cricket team from 1965 to 1971.


3. **Batting Prowess:**

   - Lawry was known for his solid and resilient batting style as an opener.

   - He scored 5,234 runs in Test cricket at an average of 47.15, including 13 centuries.


4. **Ashes Series Performances:**

   - Lawry played a crucial role in several Ashes series against England, contributing significantly with the bat.


5. **Post-Retirement:**

   - After retiring from international cricket in 1971, Lawry became a highly regarded cricket commentator.

   - He provided commentary for Australian television, and his distinctive voice and insightful analysis made him a respected figure in the cricket broadcasting world.


6. **Recognition:**

   - In 2002, Bill Lawry was inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame, acknowledging his significant contributions to the sport.


7. **Birthday:**

   - Bill Lawry shares his birthday with you; he was born on February 11.


Throughout his career, both as a player and a commentator, Bill Lawry has left an indelible mark on Australian cricket and the broader cricketing community.


In the below video watch sine batting highlights of Bill Lawry 



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