We'd argue that any athlete who references being 'a bit fat at times' and enjoying a beverage in an award acceptance speech comes across as likeable. Mitch Marsh did just that when accepting the Allan Border Medal on Wednesday night, as he completed a remarkable comeback to cricket's top level. Meanwhile, Ash Gardner won the Belinda Clark Award again as she continues her stellar career. 

Featured: Ben Cameron, cricket commentator, ABC SPORT

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