Gregory Bruce "Greg" Matthews (born 10 March 1955) is a former Australian international cricketer and sports commentator. He played as an all‑rounder, batting right‑handed and delivering right‑arm off‑break bowling.
Early life and domestic career
Matthews was born in Granville, New South Wales, Australia. He began his first‑class cricket career with New South Wales in the 1975–76 season. Over a domestic career spanning 16 years, he appeared in 155 Sheffield Shield matches, scoring 7,758 runs at an average of 39.08, including 19 centuries, and taking 351 wickets at an average of 31.39.
International career
Matthews made his Test debut for the Australian national team against the West Indies on 18 March 1979 at Adelaide Oval. He earned a total of 10 Test caps between 1979 and 1985, scoring 332 runs (average 28.33) and claiming 26 wickets (average 30.61). His One Day International (ODI) debut occurred on 13 January 1980 versus New Zealand; he played 49 ODIs, scoring 483 runs (average 16.10) and taking 36 wickets (average 31.22). Notable performances include a five‑wicket haul (5/45) against India in the 1980‑81 series and a crucial 43‑run contribution in the 1987 World Cup final, in which Australia defeated England.
Post‑playing career
After retiring from professional cricket in 1991, Matthews pursued a career in media and broadcasting. He worked as a cricket commentator for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and for commercial networks, providing analysis for both domestic and international matches. Additionally, he has contributed written columns to newspapers and cricket magazines, and has been involved in cricket coaching and development programs.
Personal life
Matthews is married and has children; his son, Sam Matthews, has played cricket at club level. He resides in Sydney, New South Wales.
Legacy
Greg Matthews is remembered for his versatile skill set as an all‑rounder, his distinctive flamboyant playing style, and his contributions to cricket commentary in Australia. His career reflects the transitional era of Australian cricket in the late 1970s and 1980s.
