Conversation: Matthew Hayden, Test cricketer and man of faith - When I’m in trouble, I ask: ‘What would Christ do?’

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Conversation: Matthew Hayden, Test cricketer and man of faith - When I’m in trouble, I ask: ‘What would Christ do?’

By MOYNA BANERJEE

“Religion has always been a tremendous reference point with me,” says Australian Test opener Matthew Hayden.

“When I’m in trouble it’s always something to think about. I ask myself what would Christ be doing in this situation?”

The champion batsman prioritises his Catholic faith as much as he does his cricket.

Catholicism has been part of his life since birth.

He and older brother Gary – they are five years apart – were raised as Catholics.

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