Mark Taylor
Australia
Mark Andrew Taylor
Born: 27 October 1964, Leeton, NSWMajor Teams: Australia, New South Wales.
Known As: Mark Taylor
Pronounced MARK TEY-LER
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
ODI Debut: 26 December 1989 v Sri Lanka, Melbourne
Career Record (at 1996 World Cup):
TESTS
M I NO Runs HS Ave 100 50 Ct St
Batting 72 129 9 5502 219 45.85 14 33 105 -
O M R W Ave Best 5w 10w Econ
Bowling 7 3 26 1 26.00 1-11 - - 3.71
ONE-DAY INTERNATIONALS
M I NO Runs HS Ave 100 50 Ct St
Batting 89 86 1 2834 97 33.34 - 25 47 -
O M R W Ave Best 5w Econ
Bowling -
WORLD CUP
M I NO Runs HS Ave 100 50 Ct St
Batting 2 2 0 13 13 6.50 - - - -
O M R W Ave Best 5w Econ
Bowling -
1996 World Cup Profile:
With a tactical approach and people management skills both superior to his predecessor Border, team captain Taylor has presided over a harmonious and successful team, although it will remain to be seen if he can redress Australia`s appalling away record - he has made an excellent start with an historic victory in the Caribbean. A steady left-handed opener who is very strong square of the wicket, Taylor has acted as a sheet anchor for many flagging Australian innings, and his powers of concentration and mental toughness are renowned. Opponents never bother to sledge the Aussie captain; they know it will have no effect whatsoever. However, these qualities in no way suggest a cautious, unimaginative man; Taylor has distinguished himself by frequently unorthodox bowling changes and field placings that more often than not lead to the breaking of a troublesome partnership. This quality should stand his team in good stead for the World Cup; an inflexible approach and inability to adapt to innovative opposition tactics was one of Australia`s downfalls in the previous World Cup in Australasia. An outstanding first slip, the sight of Taylor standing in this position with arms crossed, chewing a wad of gum and surveying the field is one of the archetypal visions of the current AUstralian team.help@cricinfo.com