Players ready ........ play

Today we look at the career of Neil Harvey. Arguably, Australia's greatest left hand batsman.

Starting as one of the "Invincible's" in 1948, his test career lasted until 1963.

He was one of the stars of the post Bradman era and a favourite of the Australian public given his sportsmanship and style of play. Also a brilliant fielder.

We look more closely at the tours of Sth Africa and the Ashes series which both straddle 1950 and in which Australia was successful.

Trust that you enjoy the episode.

That's stumps, DA

Today's episode of DA's Australian Sports History is simply an introduction as to the nature and purpose of the podcast.

It welcomes your interest and invites you to make any comment via "idealinsport@gmail.com"

As stated, the aim is to recall events and Australian athletes over time.

It is not a definitive history of Australian sport. It is a collection of sports stories which may have been forgotten over the years.

Trust you enjoy the episodes and until then .................

"That's stumps............. thank you ball boys, thank you Hawkeye. DA