Craig Simmons was a 31-year-old club cricketer without a professional contract when BBL|03 began. A wild month of cricket later, he'd hammered two centuries and guided the Perth Scorchers to a breakthrough maiden title.

But, it wasn't all smooth sailing, with a slow start seeing him almost dropped by coach Justin Langer.

From smashing the world's fastest bowlers, to smashing down Coca Cola and Doritos, this is Simmons' story.

Craig Simmons was a 31-year-old club cricketer without a professional contract when BBL|03 began. A wild month of cricket later, he'd hammered two centuries and guided the Perth Scorchers to a breakthrough maiden title.
But, it wasn't all smooth sailing, with a slow start seeing him almost dropped by coach Justin Langer.
From smashing the world's fastest bowlers, to smashing down Coca Cola and Doritos, this is Simmons' story.

We've zeroed in on cricket's best untold stories and brought them to life as compelling audio documentaries. Speaking with dozens of past players, coaches, umpires and administrators, we've uncovered the true accounts of moments both classic and controversial.

 

It's cricket's most incredible yarns. It's a must listen. Hit subscribe now so you don't miss an episode.

We've zeroed in on cricket's best untold stories and brought them to life as compelling audio documentaries. Speaking with dozens of past players, coaches, umpires and administrators, we've uncovered the true accounts of moments both classic and controversial.
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It's cricket's most incredible yarns. It's a must listen. Hit subscribe now so you don't miss an episode.

Cricket's best untold stories and brought them to life as compelling audio documentaries

Stories After Stumps

From uncontracted player to championship hero in under a month, Craig Simmons had a BBL|03 to remember

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