Greg Chappell vying for Cricket Australia’s newly created ‘Fulltime Selector’ post
Greg Chappell, iconic former Australian cricketer, is vying for a slot in the national selection panel. With the Australian Test rankings dropped to fourth, a restructuring of the national selection system is underway. The much revered cricketer and coach is set to be interviewed this week for the newly created post of ‘Fulltime Selector’, a post which involves being both a national talent scout and a media representative for the selection panel. Greg Chappell selected Allan Border as the Australian captain in 1984; however, due to differences with the administration, he left the job in 1987-88. Greg Chappell led the Australian team between 1975 and 1977. Chappell’s handling with the bat was magnificent and he scored a record 1547 runs with an average of 85.9 inclusive of five centuries. One of his memorable innings was 182 at a Sydney Test match. Chappell is considered to be one of the best batsmen the world has ever witnessed. He experienced a low performance with his controversial contract with WSC (World Series Cricket). The controversy carried enormous pressure on Chappell by the media and the management, which led his team to a sweeping defeat of 0-3 in the Ashes series.
At present, Greg Chappell is leading the Centre of Excellence in Brisbane as the head coach. He is also acting as the coach of Australia Team A. The restructuring and introduction of the new post is aimed at better management of cricket talent in Australia. With Chappell in the job, Australians are expected to find some bright new talent in times to come. Andrew Hilditch, David Boon, Merv Hughes and http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Jamie-Cox-c66230 are the present members of the selection panel. Cricket Australia has eyes on the forthcoming Ashes series as well as on the 2011 World Cup. With slight deterioration in the Australian team’s performance, Cricket Australia seems to be on the right track for short-term as well as long term measures. Australia has no dearth of cricket talent but the real job is to explore world class talent. Greg Chappell may be allocated with the responsibility of finding new talent that would enable Australia to maintain its supremacy in the cricket world. The experienced Greg Chappell earned after his retirement would definitely boost Australia in improving the standards of cricket in the country. The war plan prepared by cricket Australia against the English side has now received an additional strategist in the form of Greg Chappell. Ricky Ponting’s recent claims of whitewashing England may prove to be a true dream with Greg Chappell’s consultancy. Irrespective of the immediate results that may accrue in the long term, Cricket Australia has taken a very wise and prudent decision of interviewing such a veteran cricketer with an excellent judgment about new talent. The question arises whether Australia need some new talent equitable to the calibre of Steve Waugh and Shane Warne. The forthcoming Ashes series would be an important event for Cricket Australia. Last year’s 2-1 defeat is still fresh in the memories of the men Down Under, and the quest for revenge seems to be at its peak. The management appears really serious in regaining the Ashes urn and the mild restructuring in the selection panel with Greg Chappell on board seems to be in the same line of context.
Cricket Australia manager Michael Brown is optimistic about the steps that have been initiated to incorporate more professionalism in the selection procedure. He has high expectations from Greg Chappell in the management of the senior Australian team as well as in utilizing his inherent characteristics of exploring potential players for http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Australia-c746. It is pertinent to mention that Greg Chappell had once left his position in the selection panel in 1988 due to differences over the structure and mechanism. Greg Chappell is known for his straightforwardness, honesty, integrity and commitment to excellence. Australian cricket managers have made the right decision for maintaining the glory of Australian cricket. Time is the best judge and with dedicated efforts and the right attitude, goals become easily achievable and a great go-getter like Greg Chappell is aware of the consequences that success brings.
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