Davidson learned to play cricket on a pitch that he dug out of a hill on his family’s rural property near the city of Gosford on the New South Wales Central Coast.
Alan Davidson, born on June 14, 1929, was one of the greatest players Australia has produced. In 44 Tests, he took 186 wickets at an average of 20.53. His economy rate of 1.97 was a stand-out in that era.
Australian legendary all-rounder has served as a long-time president of the New South Wales Cricket Association and SCG trust.
Wasim's supreme control over the art of left-arm pace has impacted southpaws worldwide.
Alan Davidson took a total of nine wickets as Australia beat England at Sydney in 1963.
Alan Davidson had just become a father for the second time, but he was miles away, in Jamaica.
As Australia played South Africa at Brisbane, Ian Meckiff’s career came to an end.
Alan Davidson was one of the greatest left-arm fast bowlers of all time and batted well enough to be counted among the game’s legendary all-rounders. He was instrumental in Australia’s dominance in the late fifties and early sixties.
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Not only did Bobby Simpson register his best bowling figures, but also put up a superb all-round display at SCG to help peg England back in the Ashes Test.