Jeff Thomson
Jeff Thomson
Jeffrey Robert Thomsonis a former Australian cricketer. Known as "Thommo", he is considered by many in the sport to be the fastest bowler of all time. He was the opening partner of fellow fast bowler Dennis Lillee; their combination was one of the most fearsome in Test cricket history. Commenting on their bowling during the 1974–75 season, Wisden wrote: "... it was easy to believe they were the fastest pair ever to have coincided in a cricket team"...
behind best days time
I have said for a long time that McGrath's best days are behind him.
champions game gives guys learning picked ready win
In the end, if we don't win the Champions Trophy, who really gives a toss? For Australia, as long as these other guys are getting a game and learning something, then they are ready to go when they're picked (later).
disappointment games reason-why
Steve Harmison was a big disappointment in South Africa, and I don't know the reason why, but he has to lift his game.
giving england bowlers
England's bowlers have improved, I'll give them that.
blood training hitting
I enjoy hitting a batsman more than getting him out. I like to see blood on the pitch. And I've been training on whisky.
break definitely guys hard hard-work months
These guys haven't had a break for 18 months or more. It is definitely hard work, but they do get paid.