Freddie Flintoff
Former England international cricketer and TV personality who survived a serious car crash and wrote the memoir Coming Home: The Moments That Made Me; discusses recovery, mental health, and his return to cricket media in this episode.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 58min
Root, Reverse Swing and a Rubik's cube
In this lively discussion, Joe Root, an accomplished cricketer, shares insights from his impressive career. Mark Wood adds humor with tales of his bowling breakthroughs while Issy Wong reveals her experiences in the sport, including a funny incident with her partner. Freddie Flintoff brings the nostalgia as they joke about Olympic dreams and which sports they'd tackle. The conversation is filled with cricket anecdotes, playful banter, and the joy of camaraderie that makes the game so beloved.
Oct 16, 2025 • 43min
"Close To Home" Freddie Flintoff on Ricky Hatton Cause of Death & Surviving Horror Crash
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.
