Vettori backs Christchurch earthquake appeal

Some of the world's biggest cricket stars are donating some of their prized possessions to raise money for the many thousands of people devastated by the recent earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Leading the charge is New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori who has made the extraordinary gesture of donating every piece of his cricketing memorabilia to a sporting auction, which is raising money for the Christchurch appeal.

Vettori's treasure trove includes all his test shirts dating back to 1997, his one day shirts and even stumps signed by the test team following their victories across the globe.

He's also donated a test shirt signed by the world's two leading wicket takers Shane Warne and Muttiah Muralidaran.

The Australia team is also doing its bit, donating a signed bat from the entire ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 squad.

Cricket fans can also bid on a bat signed by the master batsman Sachin Tendulkar.

All the items can be viewed at www.radiosport.co.nz