#16 Adam Gilchrist - Life Experiences and Lessons Beyond Sport with a World Cricket Legend

Shownotes - http://abidimam.com/gilly/ A huge moment for the show. Legendary Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist joins Abid Imam for a wide ranging discussion covering life experiences, sport, inclusion, cultural diversity and much more. About Adam Gilchrist Many cricket fans believe that Adam Gilchrist is the greatest wicketkeeper/batsman to have played the game. Adam’s aggressive batting style made him a fan favourite with Australian crowd, but it was his honesty that earned the respect of the cricket world as Gilly was known to walk regardless of the umpire’s decision. He is the only wicketkeeper to have captained the Australian Test and One Day teams. Adam was universally acknowledged for his leadership and outstanding contribution to the Australian team in both forms of the game. Gilchrist is now a well-respected and in demand commentator and host, lending his voice and insights to the game of cricket all over the world. Career Statistics: 96 test match appearances 416 test dismissals 17 test centuries Test average: 47.60 World Cup winner (1999, 2003, 2007) Pursuits Outside of Cricket: Chair of the Australia Day Council from (2008-2015) Ambassador for Autism in Cricket Inclusive program Ambassador for World Vision Ambassador for Ronald MacDonald House Ambassador for Jaguar Land Rover Inaugural member of Fox Sports commentary team (2018)