40 years later: Lord Ian Botham relives the 1981 Ashes

Starting from the ill-fated West Indies tour which preceded the 1981 Ashes series, Ian Botham recalls the lows of the death of much-loved tour manager Ken Barrington and his own departure from the captaincy.

Botham recalls his magnificent performances at Headingley, Edgbaston and Old Trafford, with the great all-rounder Player of the Match in each game England won.

Aug 2021


Related Videos

Botham analyses 1981 Ashes Miracle

Botham: Brearley was an amazing captain to play under


Be the first to comment on this video.
Only members can comment on videos. Why not join us? Sign up for free
Share with
What are these?
McKenzie, Kirk S A

McKenzie, Kirk S A
(International Debut: 2023)

West Indies

Jaiswal, Yashasvi B K

Jaiswal, Yashasvi B K
(International Debut: 2023)

India

Atkinson, Angus A P

Atkinson, Angus A P
(International Debut: 2023)

England

* A random selection from our most recent newcomers
Javed Omar

Javed Omar
(Born on this day 48 yrs ago)

25/11/1976
Bangladesh

O'Keeffe, Kerry J
(Born on this day 75 yrs ago)

25/11/1949
Australia

Petersen, Alviro N
(Born on this day 44 yrs ago)

25/11/1980
South Africa

*These videos are a random selection from today's birthdays
around the world
more...
CricketCrowd Articles
more...