Adam Gilchrist Celebrity Profile

Monday, May 4, 2009

Adam Gilchrist
Full Name:Adam Gilchrist
Date of Birth: 14 November 1971
Birth Place: Bellingen, New South Wales - Australia
Test Cap No: 381
Major Cricket Teams: Australia - Western Australia - New South Wales
Playing Role: Wicketkeeper batsman
Batting Style: Left-hand bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm offbreak
Height: 1.85 m
Test Debut:
Australia v Pakistan at Brisbane - 1st Test, 1999-2000
Age: 37

Biography:
Adam Gilchrist is an aggressive left-handed batsman and outstanding wicket-keeper. Born on November 14 1971, he is the youngest of 4 children to Stan and June Gilchrist. He has a sister Jackie, and 2 brothers, Glenn & Dean, all older. He grew up in Bellingen, New South Wales.
He is considered to be one of the best wicketkeeper/batsmen in the history of the game. His ability to wipe out the competition in a short period of time led him to become 'The Demolition Man'.
Adam lives in Perth. Married to Melinda Sharpe and both are proud parents of Annie (born Aug, 04) and Harrison (born Nov, 01).

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