11 Facts About Alick Bannerman

Alexander Chalmers Bannerman was an Australian cricketer who played in 28 Test matches between 1879 and 1893.

Whereas Charles was an attacking stroke-maker, Alick Bannerman was ultra-defensive, almost strokeless at times.

Alick Bannerman went to England in 1878 and 1880 as much for his ability in the field as for his batting.

Alick Bannerman excelled at mid-off, "fast, sure, and untiring, and a wonderfully safe catch," according to Sydney Pardon.

Alick Bannerman often found his steady defence coupled at the top of the order with the aggression of such partners as Hugh Massie, George Bonnor, Percy McDonnell and JJ Lyons.

Alick Bannerman's knock spanned three days, scoring at a rate of twelve runs an hour.

Alick Bannerman had been 68 not out at the close of the second day.

All in all, Alick Bannerman made six trips to England, and he enjoyed the actual touring of the Mother Country just as much as he did playing cricket there; indeed, many of his most memorable experiences occurred in places where his contribution on the field was negligible.

Alick Bannerman, meanwhile, was a big traditionalist throughout his days when it came to etiquette and the like, and he took his cricket very seriously.

Alick Bannerman paid close attention to his overall dress and appearance.

Alick Bannerman died on 19 September 1924, aged 70 and his funeral proceeded from St Michael's Church in Darlinghurst to the Waverley Cemetery.