I don't know who the batsman was, but he was a young English batsman really struggling in his first test against Australia. He could barely lay bat on ball, and if he did manage to make contact, it would just dribble to a fielder. The Aussie close fielders, of which there were many, didn't let up with the sledging, leaving no doubt as to their opinion of his ability. Even mild-mannered Mark Waugh, who normally never sledged, started having a go, saying he wasn't good enough to play for England.. At which point the young batsman turned to him and said "Maybe so, but at least I'm the best player in my family", which caused much hilarity amongst the fielders and embarrassment for Waugh.
Mr google says it was James Ormond