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Peter George

Born: October 16, 1986, Woodville, Adelaide, South Australia

Peter George bio

Peter Robert George, an Australian cricket player, is a tall and formidable fast bowler who has caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts around the world. Often compared to the likes of Glenn McGrath due to his impressive skill set, George has proven himself to be a promising talent in the sport.

Born in Australia, George quickly rose through the ranks and established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the cricketing world. During his early career, he showcased his potential when he was placed as a standby player for Ryan Harris. This opportunity led to his inclusion in the Test squads for tours of both England and India, demonstrating the faith that the selectors have in his abilities.

George’s international promotion came after a successful stint in the Sheffield Shield, where he snared a remarkable 36 wickets at an average of 30.44. One of his defining moments during this campaign was his extraordinary figures of 8 for 84 against Tasmania, which became the best first-innings return by a South Australian debutant in a decade. These achievements solidified his reputation as a skillful and reliable fast bowler.

Standing at an impressive height of 203cm, George’s physical attributes contribute to his ability to generate sharp bounce. He has also honed his craft, working on developing a consistent outswinger whilst attending the Academy in 2010. This dedication to self-improvement exemplifies George’s strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to excel in the sport.

Prior to breaking into the South Australian first-class side in 2008-09, George displayed immense talent in Adelaide grade cricket. His exceptional performance of 4 for 56 on debut against Tasmania earned him recognition as the best first-innings return from a South Australian debutant in ten years. Throughout this season, he continued to impress, culminating in a total of 20 wickets at an average of 32.15.

Despite momentarily losing his spot after losing his Redbacks rookie contract in 2006-07, George’s consistency for his grade side, West Torrens, firmly established him back in the senior ranks in the 2008-09 season. This setback only fueled his determination to prove himself, showcasing his unwavering commitment to the sport.

When asked to describe himself, George often humorously offers three words: “Tall, thin, married.” However, his humility and modesty do not overshadow his immense talent and potential, making him a fan favorite both on and off the pitch.

With a motto of “Never stop learning,” Peter George exemplifies the dedication and hunger for success that is required to thrive in the competitive world of cricket. As he continues to grow and refine his skills, it is evident that his promising career is bound to reach even greater heights. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the next moves of this talented Australian fast bowler.

Peter George career stats

Batting stats

Batting Matches Innings Nos Runs High score Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St
Tests 1 2 0 2 2 1 11 18.18 0 0 0 0 0 0
T20Is - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
ODIs - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
FC 64 83 37 167 22 3.63 768 21.74 0 0 16 2 12 0
List A 22 6 4 11 4* 5.5 33 33.33 0 0 0 0 7 0
T20s - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Bowling stats

Bowling Matches Innings Balls Runs Wkts BBI BBM Ave Econ SR 4w 5w 10w
Tests 1 2 168 77 2 2/48 2/77 38.5 2.75 84 0 0 0
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FC 64 113 12259 6367 207 8/84 11/131 30.75 3.11 59.2 8 5 1
List A 22 22 1164 944 25 5/39 5/39 37.76 4.86 46.5 0 1 0
T20s - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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