‘Still haven’t come to terms with it’: Simon O’Donnell on son James’ rise to the AFL

Former Australian cricketer Simon O’Donnell admits he “still hasn’t come to terms” with the fact his son James is playing in the AFL.

James is set to play his sixth game today for the Western Bulldogs, but Simon doesn’t get “overly nervous” watching his son play.

“He’s on a fantastic journey that kids dream of,” O’Donnell told 3AW Football.

Press PLAY to hear him talk on the pride he has for his son + his thoughts on the Ashes 

Images (Simon): Graham Denholm/Getty – (James) Michael Willson/Getty