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Head On: Ian Botham's Autobiography — A Riveting Tale of Triumph, Controversy, and Resilience

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Ian Botham is one of the most iconic cricketers of all time. His all-round skills with bat and ball made him a formidable opponent, and his larger-than-life personality made him a firm favorite with fans. In his autobiography, Head On, Botham tells the story of his extraordinary life and career.

Botham was born in Heswall, Cheshire, in 1955. He showed a talent for cricket from an early age, and made his first-class debut for Somerset in 1974. He quickly established himself as one of the most promising all-rounders in the country, and was selected for England in 1977.

Head On - Ian Botham: The Autobiography

by Ian Botham

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Botham's international career got off to a rocky start. He was dropped from the team after a poor performance in the 1978-79 Ashes series. However, he returned to the side in 1980 and quickly became one of England's most important players.

Botham's finest hour came in the 1981 Ashes series. England were trailing 2-1 going into the final Test at Headingley, and Botham produced a stunning performance to lead his team to victory. He scored 149 runs and took five wickets in the match, and his heroics were instrumental in England's eventual series win.

Botham continued to be a key player for England throughout the 1980s. He was part of the team that won the Cricket World Cup in 1983, and he was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1984.

However, Botham's career was not without controversy. He was involved in a number of off-field incidents, and he was banned from international cricket for six months in 1986 after testing positive for cannabis.

Despite the controversies, Botham remained a popular figure with cricket fans. He retired from international cricket in 1992, but continued to play county cricket for Somerset until 1998.

In his autobiography, Head On, Botham tells the story of his life and career with candor and humor. He discusses his triumphs and his failures, and he provides a unique insight into the world of professional cricket.

Head On is a must-read for any cricket fan or anyone interested in the life of a true sporting legend. It is a gripping tale of triumph, controversy, and resilience, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on the reader.

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Head On - Ian Botham: The Autobiography

by Ian Botham

4.4 out of 5