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Botham’s daughter rallies to his defence over ‘aggressive’ Lords no-show jibe

Sarah Botham points out her peerage parent ‘always stated he would not be clocking in simply to get his allowance’

Evening Standard

Ian Botham saved by Ashes rival from crocodile infested waters after fishing mishap

England cricketing great Ian Botham was saved by his former Ashes rival Merv Hughes after a fall into crocodile-infested waters while on a fishing trip in northern Australia

The Independent UK

Howzat? Merv saves old-foe Beefy from the crocodiles

They were sworn enemies on the cricket pitch but now English legend Ian Botham has thanked his old Ashes rival Merv Hughes for saving him from the crocs.

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England cricket legend Sir Ian Botham rescued from shark and crocodile-infested waters by former rival Merv Hughes

The retired all-rounder was on a fishing trip with his former Australian cricket rival when he tripped and fell from a boat

Evening Standard

Ian Botham rescued from crocodile-infested waters by old pal Merv Hughes

The accident occurred while the pair were on a boat in Australia.

The Independent UK

Ian Botham saved from crocodile-filled waters by Ashes rival Merv Hughes

Ian Botham, the former England cricketer, has survived a fall into crocodile-infested waters on a fishing trip in Australia’s Northern Territory after he was rescued by his close friend and Ashes rival, Merv Hughes

The Guardian - UK

Sir Ian Botham escapes with minor injuries after fall into crocodile-infested waters

Bull sharks were reportedly swimming close to boat Botham and Hughes were on

The Independent UK

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England reap rewards of Durham’s dedication to fast-bowling excellence

The county’s men flourished in Division One this summer – and these are exciting times for the women’s team too

The Guardian - UK

England’s slow horse Jack Leach comes in from the cold to deliver again

Luckless spinner proves his enduring worth once again by playing a pivotal role in sensational victory over Pakistan

The Guardian - UK

When cricket legends battled in court: Imran Khan’s triumph over Ian Botham, Allan Lamb

As a cricketer and the captain of Pakistan, Imran Khan earned a reputation for turning around seemingly impossible situations.

The Times of India

India's Win In Numbers: From Rishabh Pant's return after 632 days to no stopping R Ashwin at 38

NEW DELHI: Veteran Ravichandran Ashwin delivered an all-round masterclass while swashbuckling Rishabh Pant had an emotional and memorable Test return as India thrashed Bangladesh in just over three days in the series opener in Chennai to go 1-0 up in the 2-game series on Sunday.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin joins legends Kapil Dev, Garfield Sobers in exclusive 'all-rounders' club

Ravichandran Ashwin on Thursday joined an elite group of all-rounders who have recorded multiple centuries and five-wicket hauls at the same Test venue. This rare achievement, accomplished by only a few legendary cricketers, highlights Ashwin’s exceptional skills with both bat and ball.

The Times of India

When Ian Botham broke Sunil Gavaskar's tibia with a ferocious shot

NEW DELHI: When the England cricket team toured India in 1982, had lost in both Tests and ODIs. But a few months later, they were presented with a chance to take revenge straightaway with a return series.

The Times of India

South Asian Cricket Academy taps into seam of previously ignored talent

Zaman Akhter’s starring role for England Lions shows British South Asian cricketers deserve a chance in professional game

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Flashback: When Sri Lanka defied expectations to dominate a drawn one-off game against England

NEW DELHI: When Sri Lanka made their debut at the "Home of Cricket" in 1984, things were significantly different from how they are now playing the second Test against England at Lord's.

The Guardian - UK

Nerves, what nerves? Gus Atkinson eases to a place in Lord’s history

Bowler’s remarkable hundred puts him on all three honours boards at the home of cricket after just two games, quicker even than Ian Botham

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka return to Lord’s 40 years after taming Botham and England

Sri Lanka announced themselves on Test match stage with a superb display on their first visit to the Home of Cricket

The Guardian - UK

On a hat-trick in cricket? Listen to Ian Botham, bowl full and straight

There have been 49 Test hat-tricks. Dominic Cork learned from a previous failure and was successful for England in 1995

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The Independent UK

Fast 50s: Ben Stokes and other batters who were in a hurry to hit a half-century

Only Misbah-Ul-Haq and David Warner have scored quicker half-centuries.

The Independent UK

The key talking points ahead of the second Test between Australia and Wales

Wales have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup.

The Independent UK

6,000 runs, 200 wickets – A look at Ben Stokes’ latest Test landmark

Sir Garfield Sobers and Jacques Kallis are the only other players to have achieved the twin feats.

The Independent UK

Wales recall Sir Ian Botham’s grandson James in bid to salvage Australia series

Ian Botham made his mark at the nearby Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1986.

The Guardian - UK

Jimmy Anderson still has magic 21 years after England pin-up’s Test debut

Having witnessed the paceman’s England bow, there is plenty still to admire in the warhorse as he gears up to say goodbye

The Times of India

Main Azad Hoon: From Botham to Dilip, Kirti's ability to surprise remains intact

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer turned politician Kirti Azad on Tuesday registered a remarkable victory in the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency of West Bengal, beating BJP heavyweight Dilip Ghosh by a margin of 1,37,981 lakh votes.

The Guardian - UK

‘Deserved respect not ridicule’: Wisden speaks out over cricket’s ICEC report

Wisden has given a hefty endorsement of last year’s report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket

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