Date of Birth: April 2, 1981
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Michael John Clarke is a former Australian cricketer and captain of the Australian national team. Born on April 2, 1981, in Liverpool, New South Wales, Clarke is widely regarded as one of the best batsmen of his era. Clarke made his Test debut for Australia in October 2004 against India and quickly established himself as a key player. Known for his aggressive batting style, Clarke scored over 8,000 runs in Test cricket, including 28 centuries. He also led Australia to victory in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup. Clarke retired from international cricket in 2015 but remains involved in the sport as a commentator and coach.
5 Interesting Facts about Michael Clarke
1. Michael Clarke is the first Australian cricketer to score four double centuries in a calendar year, achieving this feat in 2012.
2. Clarke is the only Australian to have scored a century on both Test and ODI debuts.
3. In 2012, Clarke was named the ICC Cricketer of the Year.
4. Clarke has a penchant for tattoos, with several inkings paying tribute to his family and cricket career.
5. He was awarded the Allan Border Medal four times, in 2005, 2009, 2012, and 2013, recognizing him as Australia’s best cricketer.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Michael Clarke
1. “If you can dream it, you can achieve it.”
2. “I always believe in giving my best, on and off the field.”
3. “The harder you work, the luckier you get.”
4. “Leadership is about making tough decisions and standing by them.”
5. “Cricket is not just a game; it’s a way of life.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Michael Clarke’s net worth was estimated to be around $22 million.
Children
Michael Clarke has one daughter, Kelsey Lee Clarke, born in 2015 with his former wife, Kyly Clarke.
Relevant Links
2. [Michael Clarke – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Clarke_(cricketer
3. [Michael Clarke – ICC Profile](https://www.icc-cricket.com/players/4578
4. [Michael Clarke’s Century on Debut – YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example
5. [Michael Clarke Official Twitter](https://twitter.com/MClarke23
