Sir Donald George Bradman
- Born:
- 27 August 1908, Cootamundra, New South Wales, Australia
- Died:
- 25 February 2001, Kensington Park, South Australia, Australia
- Nationality:
- Australian
- Profession(s):
- Cricketer, Administrator, Writer
Early Life and Education
- Early exposure to cricket, practicing with a golf ball and cricket stump.
- Educated at Bowral Public School.
- Showed exceptional cricketing talent from a young age.
Career and Major Achievements
- Played first-class cricket for New South Wales and South Australia.
- Australian Test cricketer from 1928 to 1948.
- Considered the greatest batsman of all time.
- Test batting average of 99.94.
- Captained the Australian team from 1934 to 1948.
- Led the "Invincibles" team on their undefeated tour of England in 1948.
- Scored 12 double centuries in first-class cricket.
Notable Works
- Farewell to Cricket (1950), autobiography.
- Authored numerous articles and publications on cricket.
Legacy and Impact
Sir Donald Bradman is universally recognized as the greatest cricketer of all time. His unparalleled batting average of 99.94 remains a statistical anomaly and testament to his extraordinary skill. He transcended the sport to become a national icon in Australia, embodying the spirit of resilience and sporting excellence.