25.2.10

CityQuiz14

Who said "I remain a religious person to the delight of my parents. I pray every night before going to sleep; occasionally I pray for success on the field."
(See Comments for clues)

7 comments:

Michael Bellamy said...

i think a hint is in order since google does not have the answer haha

City United Cricket Club said...

Thought it was time you blokes worked for an answer! The player in question wore a gold crucifix and often kissed it between overs.

Peter Langston said...

Another habit was to bang the handle end of his bat against his left palm and then twirl the bat before taking strike.

Peter Langston said...

More clues: he hated batting practice and apart from a box, never wore any protective equipment. He was notorious for his slow walk to the crease.

Cory Callcott said...

Viv Richards?

Peter Langston said...

It took a few hints but you eventually got it. Clever boy Mr Callcot

Cory Callcott said...

I haven't been on here for a week you were getting cranky i was answering to many lol :P

the gold crucifix and bat twirl gave it away tho ;)