Howzat is the story of how Kerry Packer caused a cricket war by signing up 50 of the world’s best cricketers and establishing World Series Cricket, a highly successful group which challenged the Establishment and thrust the game into a new era.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
In June 1976, Kerry Packer decides to declare war on the cricket establishment by secretly signing about 50 of the world's greatest players to form a break-away rebel tournament for salaries much larger than those offered by the cricket boards.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
Packer's plans for World Series Cricket are in disarray following attacks from the media, the establishment, and conflict among the players. Facing financial ruin, Packer and his team take steps to ensure the future of the series.
Brendan Cowell
Damon Gameau
Abe Forsythe
Matthew Le Nevez
Lachy Hulme
Helmut Bakaitis
Clayton Watson
Craig Hall
Richard Davies
Alexander England
Hamish Michael
