I grew up and I became very successful at what I did as a young man. I became a work addict because this was the only way I could get any relief from this pain.

The tremendous public reception of the Victory Tests resulted in a fifth match being added to the schedule. He captained in an unorthodox manner often trying unusual ploys to unsettle the opposition. I've had a hell of a good life.

He played for St Kilda and was selected to represent the Victorian state team. He "was more than a cricketer .