Australian cricket icon Greg Chappell has reported that his cherished baggy green cap has mysteriously gone missing. During an appearance on the Cricket Et Al podcast, the 76-year-old expressed disappointment over the loss, revealing that he had stored the cap a decade ago. Upon recently clearing out the storage to move to Adelaide, Chappell discovered that the cap was no longer there.
Chappell’s Cricket Legacy
Greg Chappell is regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, having scored 24 centuries in 87 Test matches throughout the 1970s and 80s.
He was part of an illustrious trio, along with his brothers Ian and Trevor, who represented Australia during this period.
Chappell’s career was marked by his involvement in World Series Cricket, where he, along with notable players like Dennis Lillee and Rod Marsh, shifted away from traditional cricket contracts.
In recent years, Chappell has faced financial challenges, which prompted a GoFundMe campaign that raised over $100,000 to support him.
He clarified, “I certainly don’t want it to sound like we’re in desperate straits, because we’re not—but we’re not living in luxury either.”
Chappell explained, “We had stuff in storage for about ten years or so, and when we moved back to Adelaide, I was expecting to find that baggy green cap, but it didn’t appear.”
He added, “I don’t know what happened to it. I wouldn’t like to cast aspersions, but it went into storage, but it doesn’t seem to have come out.”
Despite the loss, he emphasised that he does not keep much cricket memorabilia, stating, “I’m a little bit disappointed
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Recent Baggy Green Incidents
Chappell’s missing baggy green cap brings to mind a recent incident involving fellow Australian cricketer David Warner.
Last summer, Warner’s cap went missing, leading to a humorous video plea for its return.
It was later found within the team’s luggage at the hotel, prompting questions about team security.
The amusing situation highlighted the strong connection players have with their caps, which symbolise their achievements and place in Australian cricket history.
Despite the mystery surrounding his baggy green, Chappell continues to contribute to Australian cricket as a talent scout and through the Chappell Foundation, which supports homelessness charities.
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