But he now takes Greg Chappell's role to head up the Brisbane facility that has replaced the Australia academy.

BBC: Australia seek new bowling coach ahead of Ashes series

The former Australia bowler, famed for his extravagant moustache, has been ditched, with ex-Australia skipper Greg Chappell joining the four-man panel.

BBC: Merv Hughes ditched as Cricket Australia selector

India's Greg Chappell, Dav Whatmore of Bangladesh and Bennett King of West Indies all resigned following their teams' exit from the World Cup.

BBC: Bracewell undecided over future

The BCCI is holding meetings in Mumbai on Friday and Saturday to discuss the future of several senior members of the team and coach Greg Chappell.

BBC: India to get rebel cricket league

"As the series against Sri Lanka has been decided we have an ideal opportunity to provide Ricky with two solid weeks of red-ball cricket, " said selector Greg Chappell.

BBC: Ashes: Ricky Ponting keen to end to Aussie 'doom'

His memorial service was attended by Prime Minister John Howard, along with numerous cricket greats including Sir Viv Richards, Richie Benaud and Greg Chappell and broadcast live on TV.

BBC: Bradman cap fetches record sum

His memorial service last March was attended by Australian Prime Minister John Howard and many famous cricket names including Sir Viv Richards, and former Australian cricket captains Richie Benaud, Bill Lawry, Greg Chappell and Graham Yallop.

BBC: Statue honours Bradman