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“Soccer and cricket were my main sports growing up. I had trials as a soccer player with a few clubs interested, Crystal Palace being one, but it was cricket which became my chosen profession.”

Quote by Ian Botham

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Ian Botham is a renowned British cricketer, born on November 24, 1955. His achievements and influence in the cricketing world have made him a legendary figure in British sports history. more

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