How was Rahul Dravid linked with Sir Donald Bradman?
How was Rahul Dravid linked with Sir Donald Bradman?
Rahul Dravid became the first non-Australian cricketer to deliver the Sir Don Bradman Oration today. Yes, we cricketers devote the better part of our adult lives to being prepared to perform for our countries, to persist and compete as intensely as we can – and more.
Which year did Rahul Dravid speak at the Bradman Oration?
2011
Former Indian cricketer in December 2011 became the first ever Indian cricketer to give a speech at Bradman Oration in Canberra. His innings with the microphone was as impressive as his outings in the middle of the pitch.
Where was the Bradman Oration Organised in the year 2011?
Events
| Date | Venue | Honorary Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 19 November 2009 | Melbourne | Greg Chappell, former Australian Captain |
| 2 December 2010 | Adelaide | Sir Tim Rice |
| 14 December 2011 | Canberra | Rahul Dravid, former Indian Captain |
| 24 October 2012 | Melbourne | Gideon Haigh, Sports Journalist |
What is so special about Rahul Dravid?
Known for his sound batting technique, Dravid has scored 24,177 runs in international cricket and is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. He is colloquially known as Mr. Dependable and often referred to as The Wall by Indian cricket followers.
What did Rahul Dravid’s speech at Sir Donald Bradman Oration mean?
To a country taking its first steps in Test cricket, that meant something. His success against England at that time was thought of as our personal success. He was striking one for all of us ruled by the common enemy. Or as your country has so poetically called them, the Poms.
Who was first non Australian cricketer to deliver Sir Don Bradman Oration?
Rahul Dravid became the first non-Australian cricketer to deliver the Sir Don Bradman Oration today. Here is the transcript Rahul Dravid’s Sir Donald Bradman Oration delivered a few minutes ago at the National War Memorial in Canberra.
What did Sir Donald Bradman say about integrity?
One of the things, Bradman said has stayed in my mind. That the finest of athletes had, along with skill, a few more essential qualities: to conduct their life with dignity, with integrity, with courage and modesty. All this he believed, were totally compatible with pride, ambition, determination and competitiveness.
What did Sir Donald Bradman say to Richie Benaud?
About leaving the game better than you found it. About playing it positively, as Bradman, then a selector, told Richie Benaud before the 1960-61 West Indies tour of Australia. Of sending a right message out from cricket to its public. Of players being temporary trustees of a great game.