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Michael Clarke

2015 Cricket World Cup and ODI Career

Clarke captained Australia in the 2015 Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Under his leadership, Australia won the tournament by defeating New Zealand in the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Following the victory, Clarke announced his retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs).

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During his ODI career, Clarke played 244 matches and amassed 7,907 runs at an average of 44.42. He recorded eight centuries and 58 half-centuries and captained the side in 73 matches, leading Australia to 49 wins.

Broadcasting Career and Net Worth

In November 2016, Clarke transitioned into broadcasting and became a full-time commentator for Nine’s Wide World of Sports. He provides expert analysis across all formats of the game, including Test matches, ODIs, and T20s. As of recent estimates, Clarke's net worth is approximately $16 million.

Injuries and Health Management

Clarke was diagnosed with chronic back pain at age 17, a condition he managed throughout his playing career. In 2014, injury issues became more pronounced. He aggravated a hamstring injury during a match against Zimbabwe in a triangular series and returned home for medical attention.

Later that year, during a Test at the Adelaide Oval—Australia's first match after the passing of Phillip Hughes—Clarke demonstrated resilience by returning to the crease after initially retiring hurt on 60 due to a back injury. He went on to score 128 in the first innings but sustained a right hamstring tear while fielding on the fifth day, further highlighting his ongoing injury struggles.

Personal Life

Following a previously canceled engagement with model Lara Bingle, Michael Clarke married businesswoman and model Kyly Boldy on May 15, 2012. On July 8, 2015, the couple announced they were expecting their first child. Their daughter, Kelsey Lee Clarke, was born on November 17, 2015.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 2 Apr, 1981
Age: 39 yrs
Occupations: Cricketer
Citizenship: Australia
Birth Place: Liverpool
Gender: Male
Description: Australian Cricketer
Spouse: Kyly Clarke
Net Worth 2021: 22 million
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Last Modified: Aug 28 2025
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