Former Aussie captain, in city as educationist, admits trouble spots exist in Australia

Adam Gilchrist has often let his bat do the talking. But the former Australian captain chose his words carefully when questioned about the racist attacks on Indians in his motherland.

"I, as a part of an educational institution, believe universities certainly want complete safety of each and every student living there. But then, trouble spots prevail throughout the world and Australia is no exception," Gilchrist told MiD DAY yesterday. He added that the Australian government is seriously looking at the spate of attacks on Indian students, but also partially blamed the media for its reportage.

New role
The cricketer, known for his conduct on and off the field, was in the city to announce plans of collaboration between the University of Wollongong, South Wales and Zenzar Technologies. After having retired from competitive cricket, Gilchrist is now excited about his new role as an educationist, especially because his brother studied at the University of Wollongong, of which he is a brand ambassador, and his parents are teachers.

"If it hadn't been for cricket, I could have part of the education industry from an early age," he said. He added, "Australia is planning to broaden their education industry."

Gilchrist still follows
cricket and interesting observations about the game. He said, "Australia remains the top team in the world because we have tremendous infrastructure, demonstration with strong fundamentals, values and vision."

The former Aussie player also praised the Indian team and hailed Yuvraj Singh, Harbajan Singh and Mahendra Singh Dhoni as great sportspersons.