Sydney – A 'baggy green' Australian Test cricket cap worn by Sir Donald Bradman, the game's greatest-ever batsman, was sold to the National Museum of Australia for an impressive AU$438,550 via private sale. This follows Bonhams' successful auction of another Bradman baggy green cap in December 2024, which achieved AU$479,700.

A National Treasure

This historic baggy green was worn by Sir Donald Bradman while captaining Australia during the 1946–47 Ashes series. This important series marked the resumption of Test cricket between Australia and England after World War II, symbolising a return to normalcy and the revival of international sport. It also saw Bradman's triumphant return to cricket, reaffirming his dominance as the world's greatest batsman.

Any baggy green is a powerful symbol of cricket's heritage and tradition, cherished not only by Australians but also by cricket fans around the world. Bradman's baggy green holds the added prestige of belonging to someone whose sporting achievements earned him a state funeral upon his passing in 2001 at the age of 92. Mourned both nationally and internationally, Bradman remains a towering figure in cricket, with a staggering Test batting average of 99.94—nearly 40 runs higher than any other player in the history of the game.

Merryn Schriever, Managing Director, Bonhams Australia, commented: "We are privileged to have been entrusted once again with such a culturally significant object. Any baggy green is iconic, but Bradman's is truly unparalleled. Bonhams is proud to have sold another iconic cap worn by Sir Bradman. This sale reaffirms our expertise and track record in handling important sports memorabilia of this calibre."

Alex Clark, Senior Specialist, Head of Sale, Senior Specialist, Australian & International Art, Bonhams, commented: "We are thrilled to see Bradman's baggy green find a permanent home where the public can get up close to this extraordinary piece of our sporting and cultural history. It's an honour to play a part in safeguarding such an important object of our national heritage, ensuring it continues to inspire future generations."