Cricket commentator Grace Hayden hits back at outfit criticism
Cricket commentator Grace Hayden, daughter of famous cricketer Matthew Hayden, has a message for her critics.
The 23-year-old is known for her fashionable outfits while commentating on the cricket pitch, which has triggered some online commentary as she returned to Australia after covering the Delhi Premier League in India.
"This is the cricket, not a catwalk," one commenter said.
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Grace Hayden has hit back after people crityicised her outfit choices. Instagram/@grace.hayden
Another demanded: "The modesty of cricket is being destroyed by these women's half naked outfits in cricket matches. @icc I would like to request that these near nude outfits not be used."
"As a young woman, the sexualisation of anyone just doing their job continues to happen sadly and again, is never OK," she told Sunday Confidential.
"This is ... another huge issue females face not just on social media.
"This is the unfortunate side of social media. With every job there is good and bad, and being a presenter is no different," she said, adding that she makes sure not to read comments on her posts.
Hayden said her experience growing up around sports has somewhat prepared her for the criticism she faces.
"Whether it be comments on your performance or ability – there will always be someone expressing their thoughts about you without knowing you," she added.
The young commentator said she's thankful to have the support of her family and friends.
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Grace Hayden and Matthew Hayden on the cricket pitch. Instagram/@grace.hayden
Hayden began her sports commentating career in 2022.
Since then she has launched a video podcast called Game On With Grace with famous guests like Adam Gilchrist, and often attends sports events like the Melbourne Cup and Birdsville Races.
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