Why was Symonds dropped?
In 2005, Symonds was dropped from the Australian team ahead of a tri-series game against Bangladesh in Cardiff. This was because he had consumed alcohol the previous evening. He had breached the team s rules and as a result, he was dropped for two games and also handed a fine.
When did Symonds retire?
February 2012
Andrew Symonds/Career end
What did Andrew Symonds put on lips?
The Indian media have reached a new low in their attack on Andrew Symonds, saying he has only been racially abused because of the zinc cream on his lips.
Who is Symonds father?
Ken Symonds
Andrew Symonds/Fathers
What was Symonds nickname?
Roy
Symo
Andrew Symonds/Nicknames
His nickname is Roy, shortened from the name Leroy, after a coach from early in his career believed he resembled local Brisbane NBL hero Leroy Loggins.
What nationality is Andrew Symonds?
Australian
English
Andrew Symonds/Nationality
What nationality is Andrew Simons?
Australian
Andrew Symonds (born 9 June 1975) is a former Australian international cricketer, who played all three formats as a batting all-rounder….Andrew Symonds.
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Role | All-rounder |
International information | |
National side | Australia (1998–2009) |
Test debut (cap 388) | 8 March 2004 v Sri Lanka |
What Andrew Symonds is doing now?
Andrew Symonds is currently residing in Townsville, Queensland. Since his retirement, the cricketer has made several guest appearances as a commentator for the Australian Big Bash League (BBL). The all-rounder was also approached by the Fox Sports to become their commentator for the 2018-19 BBL season.
Has Australia ever had a black cricketer?
He was the first black man to represent Australia in a Test match and, along with Andrew Symonds, is one of only two people of West Indian heritage to do so. Morris was one of nine Australian Test players to make his debut in the second Test of the 1884–85 series against England.
How tall is Andrew Symonds?
1.87 m
Andrew Symonds/Height
Why do they call Andrew Symonds Roy?
Overview of cricket career Symonds was an aggressive right-handed batsman who can also bowl off spin or medium pace, making him a good all-rounder. His nickname is Roy, shortened from the name Leroy, after a coach from early in his career believed he resembled local Brisbane NBL hero Leroy Loggins.
Who is Adam Gilchrist wife?
Melinda Gilchrist
Adam Gilchrist/Wife
Gilchrist is married to his high school sweetheart Melinda (Mel) Gilchrist (née Sharpe), a dietitian, and they have three sons and a daughter.