Many thanks; I enjoyed this especially the runout stats.
I think you could make a case for Simmo as the most influential Australian cricketer in the last 60 years (or even post-Bradman) with how he established much of the ongoing template for success:
- hard running for singles and twos;
- wider spread of slips meaning more effective coverage and support for pace bowlers;
- proper coaching and professionalisation of the process;
- emphasis of fielding and proper training for it
However, because he chose the ACB rather than WSC in 1977, his legacy has been largely ignored (especially as compared to Ritchie Benaud and Ian Chappell)
I think Richie is the most Influential, because he played a part in what Simpson was. That tied Test chase was ODI style way ahead of its time. And then you factor in tv. Richie defines Australian cricket culture for 30 years. It’s an incredible legacy. I do think Simpson was airbrushed out because of his choice.
Many thanks; I enjoyed this especially the runout stats.
I think you could make a case for Simmo as the most influential Australian cricketer in the last 60 years (or even post-Bradman) with how he established much of the ongoing template for success:
- hard running for singles and twos;
- wider spread of slips meaning more effective coverage and support for pace bowlers;
- proper coaching and professionalisation of the process;
- emphasis of fielding and proper training for it
However, because he chose the ACB rather than WSC in 1977, his legacy has been largely ignored (especially as compared to Ritchie Benaud and Ian Chappell)
What do you think?
I think Richie is the most Influential, because he played a part in what Simpson was. That tied Test chase was ODI style way ahead of its time. And then you factor in tv. Richie defines Australian cricket culture for 30 years. It’s an incredible legacy. I do think Simpson was airbrushed out because of his choice.