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Ian Terence Botham, Baron Botham, OBE (born 24 November 1955) is an English cricket commentator, member of the House of Lords, a former cricketer who has been chairman of Durham County Cricket Club since 2017 and charity fundraiser.
Dominant and domineering, Ian Botham was not merely the top English cricketer of the 1980s but the leading sports personality.
- Male
- December 24, 1955
- England
Learn about Sir Ian Botham, one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, who led England to a famous Ashes victory in 1981. Find out his batting and bowling records, awards, achievements and personal information on Cricbuzz.com.
Nov 24, 2020 · Alas we live in starkly divided times, and Sir Ian Botham’s political views force people to forget all those centuries, wickets, slip catches and charity walks. Where has the respect for Beefy gone?
- Huw Turbervill
Ian Botham is one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in Test cricket. He was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2009 and knighted in 2007 for his services to cricket and charity.
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Aug 2, 2018 · This is the incredible story of how Ian Botham went from national zero to hero, not once but twice. It is the most remarkable comeback story in English sporting history, and it all began 36...
Sep 9, 2004 · Learn about Ian Botham, the legendary cricketer and sporting celebrity who raised millions for Leukaemia Research. Find out his achievements, records, and challenges on and off the field.