World's bests

W.G...I hope you read what they've been saying. A point to note is that, Bradman also has an 'aura' that surrounded him, as many of sports greats do. The likes of Muhammad Ali, Jack Nicklaus, Pele etc and even some of the modern sportsmen such as Tiger Woods, Sachin tendulkar and Roger federer, they all have in common a certain presence about them which is what defines their greatness in sport history.

Edited by samhache - 13 September 2007 at 9:07pm

I mostly make cameo appearances for world cups. SA hasn't had much cricket in between the two tournaments, so I've been away.

I know, Bondy... I'm also being a bit of a nut, I suppose. No offense intended, W.G. We're all entitled to our opinions. I need to read my disclaimer sometimes.

It's like saying that Ronaldinho is a useless football player because he can't play goalie.

That's what I call a load of tosh.

So why aren't "World cricketer of the year" awards always given to all-rounders then? It's not just about having more tricks up your sleeve, it's about doing what you do best. Bradman's batting contribution throughout his career was way better than most all-rounders' contributions. That makes him a better cricketer. You can't say that a specialist batsman isn't a cricketer because he can't bowl, can you?

Would you call Shane Watson a better cricketer than Matthew Hayden?

yes exactly, good point.

However, I would rather have Bradman in my team despite Sobers being better in the field and with the ball, simply because he was so good with the bat. Does that mean he's the greatest cricketer ever? Controversial.

Good good post mate.

Originally posted by samhache I suppose you're going to say WG was better. Predictable.

Nope, I'm going to say there is no such thing or person as the greatest cricketer ever - as I don't recall Bradman taking wickets on a regular basis, keeping wicket or fielding to the level of some of the best ....... I do not see how he can be the greatest cricketer ever.  Load of tosh.

I suppose you're going to say WG was better. Predictable.

Originally posted by samhache Yep, Bradman is the greatest cricketer in the history of the game.

He was?

Its all friendly banter. Nothing intentional about it. Well, unless BFM was being serious.

Watch it kid. I'll be BACK!!!

Sam i am better than Bradman but the only problem is no international cricketers have seen me play, if they did Bradman would of been number 2 and I number one.

I didn't know you were that old Sammy. That would explain a lot.

Deadly agree, Murali is way better than S. Jay.