Tony Dodemaide
Tony Dodemaide is a former Australian cricketer and current selector for the national team. He played as a right-handed batsman and medium-fast bowler during his first-class career from 1988 to 1997, representing Victoria and Australia. After retiring, Dodemaide transitioned into coaching and selection roles, where he has been involved in identifying and nurturing talent for the Australian cricket team. Recently, he made headlines for explaining Nathan Lyon's unexpected omission from the squad, citing conditions and the behavior of the pink Dukes ball as the primary reasons for opting for a pace-heavy bowling attack.
Born on Jan 01, 1963 (63 years old)
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Selector Tony Dodemaide said: 'With Steve here, along with some uncertainty around Mitch and Marcus Stoinis, it made sense he is activated and available for selection in time for the match, if required.'
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Pakistan:
Tony Dodemaide expressed hope that Hazlewood would regain fitness by the Super 8 stage.
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United Kingdom:
Tony Dodemaide stated it is more practical for Hazlewood to continue his rehabilitation at home.
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United Kingdom:
Selector Tony Dodemaide discussed the reasons for selecting Ben Dwarshuis and Matthew Renshaw.
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India:
Selector Tony Dodemaide backed the inclusions of Dwarshuis and Renshaw, highlighting their valuable attributes.
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Australia:
Tony Dodemaide commented on the selectors' decision regarding the squad.
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Australia:
Webster, with selector Tony Dodemaide watching from the boundary at Junction Oval, rounded out a poor game with the bat by attempting a wild slash and being caught at backward point for six.
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Australia:
Tony Dodemaide is a former Victorian paceman and a member of the current selection panel.
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Australia:
Tony Dodemaide is a selector who was observing Konstas' performance during the match.
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Australia:
Tony Dodemaide explained Lyon’s shock omission from the team selection.
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