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Originally Posted by acker Step back think about Steve Waughs progression as a cricketer, I think Cameron is tracking about even if not slightly ahead for this stage of development with Steve. |
No, the batting of Steve Waugh when he came into the side was far superior to Cameron White's, especially his footwork. White's a slogger, a hard hitting batsmen that relies on the ball moving in a straight line. Waugh also bowled pace, which was why he was further developed in that area as well. Leg-spin bowling includes a very long apprenticeship. I can't believe you're comparing the two players.
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Originally Posted by acker Lets remember Steve Waugh mainly relied on his batting rather than his more than handy medium pace bowling over the entirety in his career. |
No, Steve was a genuine all-rounder early on in his career, and he was highly rated for his ability to bowl at the death in one-dayers. He and Mark were opening the bowling attacks in some of their club teams. The reason Steve relied more on his batting later on was back problems.
EDIT: In 1986, Waugh bowled 197 overs in ODI's, taking 34 wickets at an average of 25. In 1987, 129 overs, 23 wickets at an average of 24.