This is the perfect time to learn a little more about your favourite sports stars whilst they take a break from the game. Here are some of the best sport audiobooks to get your hands (or ears) on whilst at home.
Legacy
Legacy discusses the phenomenal success of the All Blacks who have remained undefeated in over 75% of international games. With the perfect combination of anecdotes, quotes and stories, Legacy includes lessons valuable to individuals, companies and teams. The book focuses on leadership, told through the stories of some of the world’s most successful and dedicated athletes.
Undisputed Truth: My Autobiography
Mike Tyson’s Undisputed Truth bares all the fighter’s demons whilst exploring the journey from his childhood to paramount success. Tyson discusses his climb from poverty and brutality to his experience at the top of his game. This autobiography is full of complexity and controversy, and will leave readers shocked at the depth of Tyson’s life.
Michael Jordan – The Life
Michael Jordan: The Life was written by Roland Lazenby, the experienced author of books on Kobe Bryant and Jerry West. Starting some 70 years prior to Jordan’s birth, the story of his great-grandfather begins the book. This unpredictable introduction offers an explanation of how Jordan’s competitive nature has made him the legend he is today. The story follows that of any other biography, from start to finish although many have discovered a wealth of lessons within Jordan’s journey.
Adam Gilchrist: True Colours
Adam Gilchrist: True Colours is an autobiography that encompasses the honest and raw emotions of the legendary wicketkeeper and batsman. Gilchrist takes readers (or listeners) on his journey through the cricketing world very few have seen. He discusses the struggle to establish himself early in his career and various test and one-day series achievements. If you’re a cricket lover this is the perfect book to learn about the physical and mental challenges of the game.
Great Australian Sporting Stories
Australia’s rich sporting heritage has been compiled into 65 original stories that make up Great Australian Sporting Stories. An explosive introduction of the 1977 World Series Cricket transitions into a discussion of the Super League War. From battleground Rugby Union to courageous Olympic performances, Great Australian Sporting Stories truly appreciates our sporting achievements. Including insider perspectives both on and off the field of various games, this is a perfect listen for lovers of all sports.
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