Watch the Aussie legend's batting and wicketkeeping drills...
Saturday 20 June 2015 18:42, UK
Adam Gilchrist was the archetypal wicketkeeper-batsman.
His explosive stroke-play generated over 15,000 runs while he claimed over 900 victims behind the stumps for Australia in a career that spanned 96 Tests and 287 one-day internationals.
So, ahead of the Ashes, we tracked him down to get his views on what it takes to be the heartbeat of a successful international side...
In episode three, 'The Game Changer' – which you can watch on Sky Go now – Gilchrist discusses the role of a keeper-batsman in modern day cricket and reflects on the 2005 and 2006/07 Ashes.
In episode two, The One-Day King' – which you can watch on Sky Go now – Gilchrist discusses how he became so devastating in ODI cricket, reflects on his World Cup triumphs, and demonstrates how to play the cut.
In episode one, ‘The Making of a Legend’ – which you can watch on Sky Go now – Adam shows us some batting and wicket-keeping drills and tells us how he received his first international call-up.
For a true insight into one of the game's most eye-catching and successful players, watch Adam Gilchrist Masterclass on Sky Sports.
