Ian Botham

Even after retiring from Test cricket in May 2025, Virat Kohli continues to express his deep love for the format, stating it ranks far above his recent IPL title win. England legend Ian Botham lauded Kohli's mindset, calling his commitment to Test cricket the defining aspect of his greatness.

Legendary cricketer Ian Botham, who blazed the field as an all-rounder and raised more than 10 million pounds for leukaemia charities, was awarded a knighthood by the Queen on Saturday.

Former England all-rounder Ian Botham has called for the abolition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), terming it an "imbalance" to cricket's financial structure and saying it has "compounded" the problem of corruption in the game.

Former England cricketer Ian Botham recently had a close call with crocodiles in Australia. While on a fishing trip, Botham fell into crocodile-infested waters. Thankfully, his former Ashes rival, Merv Hughes, was quick to react and pulled him to safety. The fall left Botham with severe bruising to the side of his torso.

On 21st October 1986, Ian Botham became the world's highest wicket taker in Tests, surpassing Dennis Lillee of Australia.

The grandson of England cricket great Ian Botham received his first call-up into the Wales rugby squad in dramatic style on Monday ahead of this weekend's Autumn Nations Cup international against Georgia.

Legendary England all-rounder Ian Botham has been made a member of the House of Lords of the British Parliament.

Former West Indies batsman Vivian Richards on Friday said that he was 'honoured' to have a historic series named after him and former England cricketer Ian Botham.

Shardul Thakur, who on Thursday pipped Ian Botham's record by hitting the fastest Test fifty on English soil, feels that when one is entrusted with responsibility, he has to "perform by hook or crook".

England cricket great Ian Botham has sold off more than 200 souvenirs from his career at a London auction, with items from his celebrated role in a 1981 Ashes triumph among the most highly-valued lots. The ball with which he took five Australia wickets for one run as England came from behind to win the fourth Test of that series at Edgbaston sold for £20,000 ($26,000, 23,000 euros).

Shakib Al Hasan became the first ever Bangladeshi cricketer to be signed by an English county after Worcestershire roped him as their overseas recruit for next year.

Former India cricketer Kirti Azad, a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning Kapil's Devils, made a strong political comeback beating West Bengal BJP heavyweight Dilip Ghosh from Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections here on Tuesday.

When the ECB brought Kevin Pietersen's international career to an abrupt end earlier last week, the last thing its decision-makers would have expected was a hostile reaction.

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has entered the elite list of players by scoring his tenth career century in the second Test match against West Indies at Old Trafford. He achieved the feat on Friday as he scored his 10th Test century and played a knock of 176 runs studded with two sixes and 17 fours and guided his side to 469-9 in their first innings.

Ravindra Jadeja etched his name in Test history at Eden Gardens, joining an elite club of cricketers with over 4,000 runs and 300 wickets. He achieved this dual feat in just 87 matches. Meanwhile, KL Rahul also crossed 4,000 Test runs, and Rishabh Pant set a new Indian record for most Test sixes.

Australia pacer's skills with the bat has earned him appreciation from former batsman Mark Waugh, who feels that he has the potential to emulate great all-rounders like Kapil Dev and Ian Botham.

England cricket great Ian Botham is to be made a Lord by Boris Johnson as a reward for his support of Brexit, according to a report in The Times.

England cricket legend Ian Botham's grandson, James, will make his debut for Wales in Saturday's Autumn Nations Cup match against Georgia as coach Wayne Pivac picked an experimental side with an eye on the future.

Former England all-rounder Ian Botham feels that the upcoming Ashes will be a very interesting series as both England and Australia have some ageing players on their side.

The bat used by Ian Botham in his match-winning unbeaten knock of 149 in the Headingley Test of the 1981 Ashes will go under the hammer next month.

Ian Botham loves the passion Sachin Tendulkar has for the game and the manner he continues to enjoy it all even after 20 years in international cricket.

The accolades have been pouring in for England all-rounder Ben Stokes since his superb player of the match display in the second Test against the West Indies at Old Trafford.

Australia secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory in the second Test, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the Ashes series. England's performance drew heavy criticism from legend Ian Botham, who questioned the team's preparation and fitness, suggesting supporters deserve refunds. The defeat exposed significant weaknesses in England's batting, bowling, and fielding.

Following in the footsteps of Imran Khan, Shahid Afridi set up a charitable trust with the objective to provide basic healthcare and education to the people of Pakistan.

As part of the global Save Soil Movement, a programme will be organised at the Bada Imambada on Sunday.To raise awareness on the issue, volunteers will make efforts to save soil in a unique way and draw the attention of the residents of Lucknow towards the movement.

England cricket great Ian Botham -- a vocal supporter of Brexit -- took up his seat in Britain's House of Lords on Monday. He wore the traditional scarlet and ermine-trimmed robe for his brief formal introduction ceremony as a peer in the upper house of parliament, which is unelected.

As India and England begin their Test series, TOI takes a look at some of the memorable clashes between the two sides on Indian soil.

England captain Ben Stokes defended his team's limited Ashes preparation, stating they've done "everything possible" despite criticism. He cited a "jam-packed schedule" making extended warm-ups difficult, a sentiment echoed by batting coach Marcus Trescothick. However, legends like Ian Botham remain unconvinced about the squad's readiness for Australian conditions.