Dav Whatmore

Cricketer and cricket coach, World Cup winner

Dav Whatmore - Cricketer and cricket coach, World Cup winner
Born

March 16th, 1954
71 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A cricketer and cricket coach with a career spanning several decades, contributed significantly to the sport. Played as a middle-order batsman for Victoria in domestic cricket and represented Australia in international matches. Transitioned to coaching, most notably leading Sri Lanka to victory in the ICC Cricket World Cup 1996. Coached various national teams and franchises, showcasing strategies that enhanced team performance.

Coached Sri Lanka to the ICC Cricket World Cup 1996 title

Served as the batting coach for various teams

Developed training programs focused on player skills

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