Allan Border
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Allan Border was one of my childhood heroes and I am so lucky to be speaking to him on this episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. Allan is Australia's longest-serving Test captain, leading his country to World Cup glory and Ashes success, and is one of the finest batsmen the game has ever seen. I hope you enjoy this chat as much as I do. Episode rundown 02:17 - My favourite highlights of AB's magnificent career 02:58 - AB's stand out moments 06:05 - AB's batting technical components 11:23 - AB on what made him a brilliant fielder 18:18 - How AB managed his body over his career 26:11 - AB's insights on leadership 30:58 - AB's mental skills and how he developed them 43:03 - How AB has handled the media 49:12 - AB's financial advice 59:18 - AB's mantra on life YouTube links AB's 205 v New Zealand 1987/88 https://youtu.be/W0d3KSOOYM8
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