Maxwell 'Max' Walker was a celebrated Australian sportsman who achieved the rare distinction of playing top-level Australian rules football and Test cricket. Known for his unorthodox 'tangled' bowling action, he played 34 Tests for Australia between 1972 and 1977, taking 138 wickets. After retiring from sports, he became a beloved media personality, authoring several best-selling humorous books and working as a television and radio commentator. His larrikin charm and storytelling ability made him a popular public figure in Australia long after his sporting career ended.