Who is Steve Waugh?
Steve Waugh is a former Australian cricket captain who led one of the most successful teams in history. Under his leadership from 1999 to 2004, Australia won a then-record 16 consecutive Test matches.
Waugh was born in Sydney in 1965, the twin brother of fellow Test cricketer Mark Waugh. He made his Test debut in 1985 and became known as a tough, determined batter who performed best under pressure.
He played 168 Tests and scored 10,927 runs, including 32 centuries. He was also a useful medium-pace bowler, especially early in his career.
Captain of a great team
As captain, Waugh led Australia to victory at the 1999 World Cup. His Test team played aggressive, attacking cricket and dominated world cricket.
Waugh was famous for his baggy green cap, which he wore proudly, and for encouraging his players to understand the history of Australian cricket. He famously scored a century on the last ball of a day's play at the SCG in 2003.
Waugh has been heavily involved in charity work, especially with Udayan, a home for children affected by leprosy in India. He was named Australian of the Year in 2004.
Did You Know?
Steve Waugh also played in Australia's 1987 World Cup winning team.