World's most glamorous cricket commentator and daughter of sport legend stuns in bikini on sun-soaked holiday
Grace Hayden, 22, hails from Australia and is one of the top cricket pundits around.
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Her dad is none other than legendary batsman Matthew Hayden.
And she's made a name for herself presenting Star Sports' coverage of the Indian Premier League alongside her iconic father.
The incredible gig has an audience of more than 500 MILLION viewers.
And Grace treated herself to some time away from screen with a summer holiday to Italy.
She jetted to the coast of Taormina in Sicily for some much-needed fun in the sun.
Grace made the most of her luxurious surroundings as she posted on the beach in a daring red bikini.
She said on Instagram: 'Woke up in paradise.'
Grace then kicked back by the water in a yellow swimsuit alongside boyfriend Wilson Statham.
It sparked plenty of comments from adoring fans on social media.
One said: 'So sweet.'
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Another declared: 'Hottest woman on the planet.'
One noted: 'Beautiful as always.'
Another added: 'Damn gorgeous.'
Speaking about working with dad Hayden in India, Grace said: 'Everything's larger, louder and brighter in India.
'It's pretty cool to work alongside my dad too and carry on the legacy. I never thought life would take me in this direction.
'I was always super sporty, I tried every sport growing up and I've always loved being in front of the camera.
'He (dad) used to bring home spices and we would cook Indian food together.
'Then I started visiting myself for the IPL and embraced the fashion, the people, the energy. It's different from Australia but it feels like home.'
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