Jason Gillespie, holds the record of scoring the highest ever score by a player in his last test match

Jason Gillespie holds the record of scoring the highest ever score, 201* by a player in his last test match
Jason Gillespie holds the record of scoring the highest ever score, 201* by a player in his last test match

Jason Gillespie, Highest ever score in last test match

Jason Gillespie, in the last test match of his career, scored 201 not out playing as a night watchman. This is a record of Highest ever score in last test match by any International Player.

Gillespie was also Man of the match and was also the man of the series, for his double hundred and 8 wickets in his last series. This was just a dream adios from cricket for his successful international career.

He holds the record of the only double century scored by a night watchman in the history of test cricket.

‘This is ridiculous, I had a bit of a laugh’: Gillespie

Highest ever score in last test match

Jason Gillespie, after becoming the first night watchman to score a double-century

Jason Gillespie, Unleashing thunderbolts from his arm for Australia

Jason Gillespie is retired Australian cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the best fast bowlers to have played for the country. He is currently the head coach of the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, and the head coach of Sussex County Cricket Club.

Gillespie began his international career in 1996, and quickly established himself as a key member of the Australian team. He was known for his ability to generate steep bounce from a good length and for his consistency in hitting the right areas. This, combined with his impressive pace, made him a formidable bowler in all forms of the game. Jason Gillespie holds the record of Highest ever score in last test match.

During his international career, Gillespie took 259 wickets in 71 test matches and 97 wickets in 97 one-day international matches. He was a key member of the Australian team that was dominant in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

He also had a successful domestic career, particularly with Yorkshire County Cricket Club, where he played for 9 years from 2007-2015. He also played for South Australia in Australian domestic cricket.

Highest ever score in last test match
After their record-breaking 320-run partnership on the field, Michael Hussey and Jason Gillespie can be seen sharing a few light-hearted moments and having a good laugh in the dressing room.

In addition to his successful bowling career, Gillespie also had a productive batting career. He scored 13 half-centuries and one century in his test career, including his highest score of 201 not out which is also the highest score by a night watchman in Test cricket history.

Gillespie’s international career came to an end in 2006, but he continued to play domestic cricket in Australia and England until his retirement in 2008. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and has worked as the coach of several teams such as the Zimbabwe national team, the Sussex County Cricket Club and currently the Adelaide Strikers.

Despite his on-field successes, Gillespie is also known for being a humble and respected figure in the cricketing community. He was inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame in 2019, and his contributions to the sport will not be forgotten.

In conclusion, Jason Gillespie was one of Australia’s most talented and successful fast bowlers, and his career highlights and statistics are a testament to his skill and dedication. He continues to make an impact on the game in his coaching role. He will always be remembered as one of the greats of the game.

FAQs

What is Jason Gillespie’s highest test score?

Jason Gillespie’s highest Test score is 201 not out, which is also the highest score by a night watchman in Test cricket history.

What is the highest score by a night watchman in Test?

Jason Gillespie highest score by a night watchman

The highest score by a night watchman in Test cricket is 201 not out, which was scored by Jason Gillespie of Australia. He achieved this feat against Bangladesh in Chittagong in 2006.

Is Jason Gillespie still coaching?

Yes, Jason Gillespie is currently the head coach of the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, and the head coach of Sussex County Cricket Club

When was Jason Gillespie inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame?

Jason Gillespie was inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame in 2019.

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