David Boon
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David Boon
David Clarence Boon (Born December 29, 1960, in Launceston, Tasmania) is one of Tasmania's most famous cricketers and personalities.
Making his test debut against the West Indies in Brisbane in 1984, he went on to be one of Australia's most successful cricketers.
His popularity extended off the field, where he became something of a cult figure. Following the resignation of former Governor of Tasmania Richard Butler, Boon has become an early favourite for the permanent posititon.
Highlights
- Set the record in 1989 for most 375ml beer cans consumed on the flight to London by an Australian national sporting representative (52)
- Chorus-leader for the Australian dressing-room victory song Under the Southern Cross I stand...
- Vomited on the hallowed Adelaide Oval turf in a WSC game in 1988 before a live nationwide TV audience of millions (he went on to make 122 and win Man Of The Match)
November 14, 1996 was proclaimed David Boon Day in Tasmania
External links
- Cricinfo Player Profile : David Boon (http://www.cricinfo.com/link_to_database/PLAYERS/AUS/B/BOON_DC_02001767/)
- David Boon - Australian Legend (http://beebo.org/smackerels/david-boon.html) (Dean Jones recounts the famous 52 beer flight)