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Mark Butcher
Fri, January 17 2020
20 Years On, Legends Recall The Infamous Fixed South-Africa Test From 2000
The fifth Test at Centurion in 2000, which ended on January 18 with an exciting narrow England win, was celebrated at the time for its wonderful spirit before the shroud of match-fixing was lifted to reveal a cancer of corruption at the heart of the game.
Wed, July 10 2019
Cricket World Cup 2019: Former players slam ‘awful’ India-NZ pitch for the World Cup 2019 semi-final
New Zealand found run-scoring tough on what many observers agreed was a slow and two-paced surface, making 211 for five in 46.1 overs before rain forced the match into a reserve day.
Mon, March 11 2019
David Willey’s 4/7 makes him a World Cup contender: Mark Butcher
Butcher feels that Chris Jordan and Jofra Archer could also gatecrash England's squad.
Thu, February 21 2019
Jason Roy can emulate David Warner’s Test success: Mark Butcher
Butcher backed white-ball specialist Roy to fill one of the possible Test openings.
Mon, September 19 2016
Roald Dahl XI
Roald Dahl, born September 13, 1916, remains one of the most popular children’s authors of all time (although he also wrote books for adults)
Mon, May 16 2016
Watch: ‘Guitarists’ Shane Watson, Mark Butcher enjoy a jam ahead of KKR-RCB IPL 9 match
Former England batsman Mark Butcher, who is also in India to cover the IPL for Sky Sports, gave Watson a good company as the two enjoyed the time together.
Fri, February 19 2016
Burgers, fries, lamb and more! The ultimate cricket menu!
From Alastair Cook to Hashim Amla to Bob Crisp, cricket has its own repertoire of food. Have a seat, relax, and dig in!
Sat, December 03 2016
Mark Butcher: 10 interesting things to know about the former England cricketer
Mark Butcher, born August 23, 1972, describes himself as "musician, songwriter, pundit, former international cricketer, golf tragic, wine appreciator, Graham Greene fan, sunshine spreader" on Twitter.
Wed, March 11 2015
Mark Butcher disappointed with England’s early exit from ICC Cricket World Cup 2015
Former England player Mark Butcher is livid with England’s show and predicts a difficult year of international cricket ahead.
Wed, March 11 2015
Mark Butcher warns England of a dreadful summer ahead
"And when Australia come, just don't watch, hide behind the sofa,” added the 42-year-old.