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“The people in the villages had turned in on themselves. You can understand it. When you have a bad day on the field, what do you do? Talk to your teammates.”

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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