Australian · Euroa, Victoria, Australia · Born 23 November 1961Mervyn Hughes was an Australian fast bowler celebrated for his combative, larger-than-life personality on the field as much as his bowling.
Mervyn Gregory Hughes was born on 23 November 1961 in Euroa, Victoria, Australia. A combative right-arm fast bowler with an enormous handlebar moustache, he played 53 Tests for Australia between 1985 and 1994, taking 212 wickets at an average of 28.41. He took a hat-trick against the West Indies at the WACA in 1988-89, spread unusually across three separate overs, two innings and two days, and finished that match with career-best figures of 13/217. Hughes played a central role in three Ashes series victories over England, highlighted by his 31 wickets in the 1993 series after injury to fellow paceman Craig McDermott, and he was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1994. Known as much for his aggression, sledging and larger-than-life personality as for his bowling, he represented Victoria domestically along with a county stint at Essex, retired from international cricket in 1994, and later served as an Australian national selector.
Mustachioed Australian fast bowler known for his aggression and character
How They Played
Right-arm fast bowler with aggressive approach, known for his stamina and ability to bowl long spells
Lasting Impact
One of Australia's most recognizable cricketers, helped establish Australia's bowling dominance in the late 1980s and early 1990s
Career Honours
- none major
| Club | Period |
|---|---|
| Victoria | — |
| Lancashire | — |
Australian Athletes