Justin Langer was lauded by his peers after claiming the legendary Donald Bradman's long-standing record as Australia's greatest run-scorer in first-class cricket.
Justin Langer was lauded by his peers after claiming the legendary Donald Bradman's long-standing record as Australia's greatest run-scorer in first-class cricket.
The 38-year-old former Test opening batsman passed the previous record of 28,067 runs, held for six decades by The Don while batting for Somerset against Worcestershire in the County Championship on Thursday. Langer made 107 for his 86th first-class century and 100th hundred in all competitions and has now amassed 28,080 first-class runs. Langer scored 7,696 runs in 105 Tests for his country.
Tom Moody, former Test all-rounder and coach of Langer's Western Australian state side, said: "I have had the good fortune to have played alongside Justin in many successful Western Australian teams over the years, and worked with him recently as his coach," Moody said.
"Throughout that time Justin has never offered anything but high standards and has been a wonderful role model, not only to cricketers but all sportsmen and professional individuals as well."
Western Australian Cricket Association chief executive and former Test opening batsman Graeme Wood said: "It is testimony to Justin's professionalism that he has been able to achieve this record. His outstanding
preparation for every match that he played is a major factor behind his longevity at the top level and a great lesson for all aspiring cricketers."
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