Although successful at the highest level,  Hick has rarely dominated the opposition in the manner that characterizes his county appearances. At his best, he is an attacking bat with a wise range of strokes. At his worst, vulnerable against fast bowling and lacking confidence. A superb slip fielder and a good off-spinner, often bowling and taking wickets at all levels of Cricket. In 1998 he joined the hallowed ranks of those who have scored 100 centuries. Only Wally Hammond reached this mark at a younger age and only Bradman & Compton took fewer innings.