@inxia38 Let's not forget it is one man's version in the end. If you read Lillee's autobiography, 'boy-wonder' Hughes is presented in a very different light. I'd take opinions with a generous pinch of salt.
I loved DK Lillee but he's ego was out of control at this stage. Disrespecting his captain, kicking blokes, he was a great bowler but acted like an arse.
@asrtkl I'm reading Golden Boy right now. It's an excellent read and you certainly don't look at Lillee, Chappell and Marsh the same way again. Not that Kim was entirely blameless either.
These three men, individually and collectively, simultaneously represent much of what's good and much of what's bad with the Australian cricket culture.
@lovenlovemakeshappy Lillee and Marsh were both gone from Test and ODI cricket by the time Hughes resigned. It was more the ineptitude of their replacements that took a toll on Hughes. But you're right that the Lillee/Marsh vs Hughes feud must have taken its toll on him.
@inxia38 Let's not forget it is one man's version in the end. If you read Lillee's autobiography, 'boy-wonder' Hughes is presented in a very different light. I'd take opinions with a generous pinch of salt.
Imrankniazi 9 months ago
I loved DK Lillee but he's ego was out of control at this stage. Disrespecting his captain, kicking blokes, he was a great bowler but acted like an arse.
hirdy6 10 months ago
Disgraceful behaviour by Lillee....you never ever insult your captain like that in front of your teammates as it totally destroys any respect.
maxlogica 11 months ago
@inxia38 A wonderful book, it does a great job of presenting the complexities of the relationships, and doesn't blame one camp or the other.
TomMarvan 11 months ago
@21Wook75 Most likely 1983
eusebium7 11 months ago
What year was this match?
21Wook75 1 year ago
@asrtkl I'm reading Golden Boy right now. It's an excellent read and you certainly don't look at Lillee, Chappell and Marsh the same way again. Not that Kim was entirely blameless either.
inxia38 1 year ago
These three men, individually and collectively, simultaneously represent much of what's good and much of what's bad with the Australian cricket culture.
mymentor 1 year ago
@lovenlovemakeshappy Lillee and Marsh were both gone from Test and ODI cricket by the time Hughes resigned. It was more the ineptitude of their replacements that took a toll on Hughes. But you're right that the Lillee/Marsh vs Hughes feud must have taken its toll on him.
TheThirdUmpire 1 year ago
Read the book "Golden Boy" for the true story of Hughes' frustration dealing with Lillee, Marsh and Ian Chappell while Captain of Australia.
asrtkl 1 year ago