Islamabad, Dec 5: Sir Don Bradman’s iconic Baggy Green cap, worn during his final Test series in 1947-48 against India, has been sold at auction for an extraordinary AUD 479,700 (over 70 million Pakistani rupees). This cap holds historical significance as the only surviving Baggy Green from Bradman’s farewell home series.
- Bradman’s Performance: During the series, Bradman scored 715 runs across six innings, including three centuries and a double century, marking a historic moment in his career.
- Legacy and Auction: The cap was originally given to Pankaj Kumar Gupta, the manager of the Indian team, as a personal gift. It later became part of the Bradman Museum’s collection before being auctioned, captivating cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Bradman remains cricket’s greatest batter with unmatched statistics, including a Test average of 99.94 and 12 double centuries. His legacy continues to inspire generations of cricketers.
