Profile

Few batsmen score 150 runs in their international cricket debut match. But then few things about the life and career of Michael Clarke are stereotypical. When he walks to the crease, or anywhere, Michael Clarke’s body language communicates that anything could happen.

He encourages crowds to imagine and he draws them in behind his victory cause. He leads by example. His energy is infectious and his patriotism is unquestionable.

Michael has already captained Australia and he is the Vice Captain and in 2005 received the Allan Border Medal as the cricketer of the year.



Personal Information

Name	Michael John Clarke
D.O.B	2nd April 1981
Resides	Sydney, New South Wales
Batting style	Right-hand
Bowling style	Slow left-arm orthodox
Role	Batsman

Interesting Facts

Nickname	'Clarkey / Pup'
My ideal holiday destination	Badarra Island
Best advice	Manners are free
Cooking expertise	I like to keep to it simple, I make a good stir fry
When I was 8yrs old	I wanted to be 9yrs old
Relaxation techniques	Spending time with family and friends
Worst habit	Too many to list
My sporting hero	Ricky Stuart
Interested in	Music, cars and fashion