The Immortals of Australian Cricket

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The Immortals of Australian Cricket by Liam Hauser explores the legendary figures of Australian cricket, celebrating the achievements and legacy of the sport's most iconic players. It delves into their careers, influential moments, and lasting impact on the game, providing an engaging journey through the history of cricket in Australia. This book highlights the unique contributions of these monumental athletes to the cricketing world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about cricket and Australian sports history. It delves into the legendary figures who have shaped Australian cricket, offering in-depth profiles and compelling storytelling that bring the sport's rich legacy to life. Whether you're a lifelong cricket fan or new to the game, it provides fascinating insights into the players who've left an indelible mark on the sport.

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The Immortals of Australian Cricket

Cricket followers around the world will find this volume provides a new perspective for the debate and an invaluable insight into the cricketing careers of some of Australia’s all-time IMMORTALS.

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Cricket enthusiasts endlessly debate the question of who are the best Australian players across different eras.

In this book, experienced journalist and sports writer Liam Hauser selects his Immortal team from players who didn't just dominate, they changed the game with their sheer will. How do you select a team from the Australian Immortals of Cricket? In a sport saturated with statistics and analysis, changes to rules, equipment, and playing conditions, and with more than 100 years of traditions and personalities to consider, just how do you make your selection? Who makes the cut and who misses out?

It is sure to lead to lively discussions and debate, and certainly controversy. But whether you agree or disagree, cricket followers around the world will find this volume provides a new perspective for the debate and an invaluable insight into the cricketing careers of some of Australia's all-time IMMORTALS.

Updated in 2022 and now a fitting celebration of the career and life of Australian cricketing legend Shane Warne.

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The Immortals of Australian Cricket by Liam Hauser is celebrated for its detailed exploration of cricket legends who have left an indelible mark on Australian sports history. Reviewers appreciate Hauser's comprehensive research and engaging storytelling, which offers readers an insightful journey through the careers and contributions of these extraordinary players. Its appeal to both avid cricket fans and general sports enthusiasts is frequently noted.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925682786

Publisher: Rockpool Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 November 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Gelding Street Press

DIMENSIONS

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Liam Hauser is a sports journalist and author who has written about cricket and sports for more than 15 years. His previous books include State of Origin: 30 years (Rockpool, 2010); A Century of Cricket Tests (New Holland, 2013); State of Origin: 35 Years (Rockpool, 2015); A History of Test Cricket (New Holland, 2016); The Great Grand Finals: Rugby League's Greatest Contests (New Holland, 2017); Immortals of Australian Cricket (Rockpool, 2018); State of Origin: 40 years (Gelding Street Press, 2020); The Great Grand Finals: Rugby league's greatest contests (New Holland 2019 and 2021); and The Immortals of Australian Rugby League (Gelding Street Press 2019). With a Bachelor of Journalism from Queensland University of Technology, he has worked for regional newspapers since 2007 as a reporter, including covering sport. Over the years Liam has written about many sports including cricket, rugby league, rugby union, Oztag, touch football, soccer, gymnastics, campdrafting, equestrian, tennis, bowls, boxing, hockey, golf, rifle shooting, horse racing and archery. He has appeared on radio many times to speak about his in-depth knowledge of rugby league and in particular his expert opinion on the State of Origin and the history of Test cricket.

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