Andrew Strauss: Cricket History

He made a plan to achieve world No.1 ranking, within five years. Working closely with Andy Flower, the target was met in half the time. Strauss earned a name for gritty and intelligent leadership.

After leaving a career in the City, Andrew scored a century on his Test debut at Lords. He went on to be rated one of the finest batsmen in the game, scoring over 7,000 runs. A resourceful and dependable opening bat, he often made valuable contributions in tricky situations; and he is known for his leadership and professionalism.

On & Off The Field

On the field Andrew led by example, with a mix of grit and intelligence. Off the field he was equally popular with fans and the media, doing a huge amount to promote the game. He retired from the pitch after his 100th Test and took to commentary work with Sky. He was approached to become Director of Cricket; after a rough period for the team, with his successor Alastair Cook.

Public Speaking

Andrew Strauss is Director of Cricket for the England national team. Among the world’s most respected cricket players; he is one of only three England captains in history, to secure Ashes victories both home and away. Under his stewardship, the national side achieved No.1 Test ranking.

Andrew Strauss explains how he helped forge short and long term strategies; starting with the aim to become Number One. He shows how a group of individuals, were brought together with a shared vision; and how they turned the England team around after one of their worst defeats, to become the best cricket team in the world.