Sir Don Bradman

Sir Donald Bradman was an Australian cricketer. He was born in Cootamundra, New South Wales, in 1908. He is widely considered the greatest batsman in cricket history. His batting average of 99.94 is far above any other player.

Early Life

Bradman grew up in rural Australia. He practiced batting by hitting a golf ball against a water tank with a cricket stump. This unusual practice developed his incredible hand-eye coordination. He made his debut for Australia at age 20.

Big Achievements

Bradman's batting average of 99.94 is the most famous number in cricket. He scored 29 centuries in Test cricket. He was so dominant that opposing teams developed a controversial strategy called Bodyline just to stop him. He was knighted by King George VI.

Fun Facts

• Bradman needed just 4 runs in his last innings to finish with a batting average of 100, but he was out for a duck (zero).
• His batting average of 99.94 is considered the greatest achievement in any sport.
• He practiced by hitting a golf ball with a stump against a curved water tank.

Did You Know?

Bradman's batting average of 99.94 is so far ahead of the next best player that statisticians have called it the greatest achievement by any athlete in any sport. No one has ever come close to matching it.