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Home » Cricket Players Profile » England» Michael Brearley

Michael Brearley

Full name John Michael Brearley
Born April 28, 1942, Harrow, Middlesex
Major teams England, Cambridge University, Middlesex
Batting style Right-hand bat
Bowling style Right-arm medium
Fielding Position Wicketkeeper

Wisden Cricketer of the Year 1977

Awarded OBE in 1978

By no means a great batsman for England, the immense regard that Michael Brearley enjoys as a great cricketer comes from his brilliancy as a captain of the side. He was a leader who motivated his men and inspired them to perform beyond their means. His acute understanding of human mind, backed by his academic background led him to excel as an able leader of men. Michael Brearley had in his arsenal, top guns- Ian Botham and Bruce Willis, who were both match winners on their days. Under Michael Brearley's clever captaincy, the two fast bowlers brought successes against teams all over the world. Michael Brearley played in 39 matches and scored 1442 runs at an average of 22.88 runs per inning.

Michael Brearley is now marking his time as a psychoanalyst and motivational speaker. He also writes occasionally for the Observer. Cricketscorelive.com gives information on Michael Brearley and other Great Cricket Players.


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