The Surfer

The class of '91

With Adam Gilchrist exiting soon, the Sydney Morning Herald sifts through its archives and comes with Peter Roebuck's predictions on the class of '91 .

With Adam Gilchrist exiting soon, the Sydney Morning Herald sifts through its archives and comes with Peter Roebuck's predictions on the class of '91.

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After watching Gilchrist's innings at the MCG, Roebuck says the flamboyant wicketkeeper-batsman seems set to break the usual norm of players leaving the grand stage on a quiet note.

A small crowd was given a rare treat, something to savour long after the final curtain has fallen.

No tears need be shed for the gloveman. Rather, let us celebrate a happy ending. Gilchrist is going on his own terms, and in style.

Australia

Mathew Varghese is sub-editor (stats) at Cricinfo