In 1981, Shane Watson former Australian Cricketer was born in Queensland

When a cricket fan thinks back on the finest all-rounders in history, Australia's Shane Robert Watson will undoubtedly come to mind. Watson, who was born on June 17, 1981, is a right-handed batsman and right-handed fast-medium swing bowler from Queensland. He is the only Australian to have a century in all three versions of the game. 'Watto,' as he is affectionately known, received a scholarship at the Australian Cricket Academy. Despite beginning his domestic career with Tasmania, he returned to play for his home side, Queensland.
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