Piers Morgan Uncensored "Close To Home" Freddie Flintoff on Ricky Hatton Cause of Death & Surviving Horror Crash
Oct 16, 2025
Freddie Flintoff, the charismatic former England cricketer and TV personality, shares his harrowing journey after a life-altering car crash. He reveals how cricket instincts aided in his survival and discusses the toll the accident took on his mental health, including PTSD. Flintoff candidly reflects on his friendship with Ricky Hatton, whose tragic death has left him grappling with guilt. He opens up about rebuilding his life, prioritizing family and friends, and his ongoing mental health journey, while also discussing his role in coaching and the future of English cricket.
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Cricket And Family As Anchors
- Freddie says the crash drove him back to cricket, family, and friends as anchors in his recovery.
- He credits those elements with helping him rebuild life after trauma.
Cricket Instincts Saved Him
- Freddie describes using cricket instincts mid-crash to brace and protect himself as the car rolled.
- He credits that split-second decision with helping him survive and get dragged out from under the car.
The First Moments After The Crash
- Freddie recalls initially thinking he was dead because he couldn't see and felt like he had no face.
- Relief at being alive quickly became fear about the extent of his injuries and appearance.
