Grace Hayden reveals brutal text messages from cricket legend dad Matthew Hayden after her TV appearances as she hits back at nepotism claims: THE DEBRIEF

Being the daughter of Australian cricket legend Matthew Hayden comes with plenty of perks.

But according to rising sports presenter Grace Hayden, one thing it definitely doesn't come with is sugar-coated praise.

The 24-year-old TV star has revealed her famous father doesn't hesitate to deliver a brutal reality check after watching her on screen, regularly firing off blunt text messages dissecting her deliveries.

And some of the feedback is far from flattering.

Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail's The Debrief with Savanna Young, Grace laughed as she recalled the savage WhatsApp messages she receives from the former Test great.

'I get WhatsApp messages of, "Grace, that was s**t",' she revealed.

Her reaction?

'Thanks, Dad!'

While the harsh critiques might sound confronting, Grace insists the Australian cricket icon remains one of her biggest champions, describing him as both her strongest supporter and toughest critic.

'We definitely don't shy away from feedback in the Hayden household,' she said.

'We keep each other accountable, but I like it that way.'

The glamorous presenter, who has built an impressive career across cricket, horse racing, tennis and now NRL sideline reporting, said her father's no-nonsense approach has helped her become better at her job.

'Critical feedback makes you better,' she explained.

'Dad definitely is one of those people that doesn't just tell you what you want to hear.'

Matthew's lessons haven't stopped at television critiques.

Grace revealed the cricketing great has spent years preparing her for the reality of life in the spotlight, constantly reminding her that public scrutiny comes with the territory.

'This is what we sign up for,' she said he often tells her.

'We are in an industry that is based on public opinion and people are entitled to have that opinion.

'And if they want to have it, they can.'

Instead of obsessing over criticism, Grace said her father encourages her to tune out the noise and focus on constantly improving.

'It's up to you how much you want to filter,' she said.

'[Dad's] always been someone that's encouraged me to block out as much noise as you possibly can.'

The television personality has faced no shortage of scrutiny since making her mark in sports broadcasting, with some critics suggesting her famous surname opened doors for her in a highly competitive industry.

But Grace firmly rejected the idea that she owes her career to family connections, insisting she's earned every opportunity through years of work behind the scenes.

In fact, she says many people don't realise her pathway into television had nothing to do with cricket.

'I think people forget that where I got my start was actually in horse racing,' she said.

'I was working for Channel Seven doing their fashion roving reporting. Before that I was doing some modelling as well back in the day.'

From there, Grace slowly transitioned into cricket coverage despite never having played the sport herself.

'Then progressed into cricket. But I'd never played the game. I've never pretended like I have played the game,' she admitted.

The presenter acknowledged that her route into broadcasting couldn't be more different from her father's.

Matthew moved into media after one of the most decorated careers in Australian cricket history.

Grace, meanwhile, learned on the job.

'I guess that's the thing that is the difference between Dad and I. He actually played the game and then entered into the media space,' she said.

'I've grown into that role.'

And despite the criticism that often accompanies a famous last name, Grace believes talent ultimately speaks for itself.

'That's not how life rolls. If you're not good at your job, you're not going to stay in the role at the end of the day,' she said.

Confident in the work she has put in, the presenter said she remains focused on getting better every time she steps in front of a camera.

'I know that I've done the hard work, I know that I've done my time, and I am learning at the end of the day.

'I'm not going to sit here and say I'm the best in the world. I'm not.'

Instead, Grace says she is constantly seeking advice and looking for ways to improve.

'Every single day, every single time I pick up the microphone, I learn something new,' she said.

'I'm always willing to grow and get better. I'm always asking people, "How could I do better here? What's your advice here?"

'I'm never closed off to that.'

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