Sporting icons : David Gower - Career highlights & video of English batting legend

  


David Gower, the former English cricketer, was born on April 1, 1957. His career spanned from 1978 to 1992, during which he established himself as one of England's most elegant and stylish batsmen. Some of his career highlights include:


1. Test Cricket: Gower made his Test debut against Pakistan in 1978 and went on to play 117 Test matches for England, scoring 8,231 runs at an average of 44.25. He captained the England team from 1982 to 1986, leading them in 32 Tests.


2. One Day Internationals (ODIs): Gower played 114 ODIs for England, amassing 3,170 runs at an average of 30.77. He was known for his graceful stroke play and ability to score runs fluently.


3. County Cricket: Gower played county cricket for Leicestershire and later for Hampshire. He enjoyed considerable success at the county level, scoring over 26,000 first-class runs in his career.


4. Stylistic Excellence: Gower was renowned for his elegance and flair on the cricket field. His batting style was marked by impeccable timing, graceful footwork, and effortless strokeplay, earning him comparisons to legendary batsmen like David Gower.


5. Ashes Success: Gower played a significant role in several Ashes series against Australia. He contributed crucial runs and memorable performances, helping England secure victories in the prestigious series. Gower's best Ashes success was as a captain in 1985 at home when England beat Australia 3-1 and Gower anassed 732 runs in the series at 81 average . 


6. Broadcasting Career: After retiring from cricket, Gower transitioned to a successful career in cricket broadcasting and commentary. He became a familiar voice for cricket fans worldwide, providing insightful analysis and commentary during matches.


Overall, David Gower's impact on English cricket extends beyond his statistics, as he is remembered as one of the most stylish and talented batsmen of his era.


In the below video watch Gower's  delightful 215 vs Australia during Ashes 1985 

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