Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee might have retired from international cricket a few years ago, but the 41-year-old still has it in him to entertain his fans all around the world. He was one of the most fearsome bowlers in the world of cricket during his playing days. During the Australian bowlers’ prime, he used to hit the deck with more than 150 kmph speed on a consistent basis. Due to his pinpoint, accurate toe-crushing yorkers to the batsmen were not safe.
The cricketer-turned-commentator who is currently in India for the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is associated with broadcaster Star Sports and recently dressed up as an old man to play cricket with kids in Mumbai.
A video of the same has gone viral on the internet, and Star Sports even tweeted about it. “A ragged, old man turned up at a local park to play cricket with the kids – little did they realise it was none other than @BrettLee_58,” said their Twitter handle.
A ragged, old man turned up at a local park to play cricket with the kids – little did they realise it was none other than @BrettLee_58! Watch many such unique stories only on #SuperSunday, on Star Sports. pic.twitter.com/hVPrdfiVQJ
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 27, 2018
The fiery fast bowler was seen sporting a grey beard and had long hair, which made him look like an old man past his prime. The ace cricketer took some useful tips from the kids. Initially, Lee pretended to be a rookie at the game but later showcased his skills with the bat and the ball, much to the surprise of the young cricketers.
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Lee later revealed his true identity, which gave the kids a reason to cheer about. In the end, he gave autographs to his young fans as well.
Brett hung up his boots from international cricket in 2012 but only after taking 380 ODI wickets, 310 Test wickets and 25 T20Is wickets. Since then, he has kept himself busy with different activities such as acting, music and recently picked up the mic to do commentary as well.
