Ian Michael Chappell (born September 26, 1943 in Adelaide) is a former Australian cricket player. He is a grandson of the famous Victor Richardson (after whom the main gates at the Adelaide Oval are named) and the eldest of three brothers, Greg and Trevor.

Ian Chappell was on the board of directors for Com Tech (later Dimension Data Australia) for several years, a successful marketing exercise for the company.

After retirement from International and first class cricket Ian is a commentator. Australians hear him most often on Channel Nine during the International cricket telecasts.

As for his cricket he is widely regarded as one of the most successful captains of the Australian Test team, with the team never losing a series during his captaincy. Considered instrumental in the formation of the Kerry Packer endorsed World Series Cricket in 1970s. Along with brother Greg was part of and led one of the most successful teams to grace the field. Though many would not agree with the "grace" at which they handled themselves.

Retiring from International cricket in 1980, Ian played 75 tests and only 16 one day Internationals. Debuting in 1964, his career spans 17 years. He was named as one of the Wisden cricketers of the year in 1976 and inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame in 2003.

External link

• CricInfo Player Profile : Ian Chappell (http://www.cricket.org/link_to_database/PLAYERS/AUS/C/CHAPPELL_IM_02001243/)