Glenn McGrath is one of the most highly regarded fast-medium pace bowlers in cricketing history, and a leading contributor to Australia's domination of world cricket since the mid-1990s to 2008. He holds the world record for the highest number of Test wickets by a fast bowler and is fourth on the all time list(with the top three wicket takers Anil Kumble, Shane Warne and Muttiah Muralitharan all being spin bowlers.). McGrath announced his retirement from Test cricket on the 23rd of December, 2006. His Test career came to an end after the 5th Ashes test in Sydney, whilst the 2007 World Cup marked the end of his one-day career.

McGrath was born in Dubbo, New South Wales to Beverly and Kevin McGrath. He grew up in Narromine, New South Wales (NSW) where he first played cricket and his potential was spotted by Doug Walters. He moved to Sydney to play grade cricket for Sutherland, and made his debut for NSW during the 1992–93 season. McGrath capped his rapid rise in the next Australian summer with selection in the Test team after only eight first-class matches. His Test debut was against New Zealand at Perth, in 1993–1994.