Flintoff

British

/ ˈflɪntɒf /

noun

Andrew. born 1977, English cricketer; an all-rounder, he played 79 test matches for England (1998–2009)

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Smith had only recently met with the England Lions squad in Perth ahead of the first Ashes Test at the invitation of coach Andrew Flintoff.

From Barron's

The wide Steve Harmison bowled to begin the 2006-07 series - when he hurled the ball into the hands of captain Andrew Flintoff at second slip, almost missing the cut strip in the process - has become the most famous Ashes opener of all.

From BBC

The side that won at home in the famous series of 2005 included Steve Harmison, Simon Jones and Andrew Flintoff.

From BBC

England's Andrew Flintoff starred with both bat and ball and when Australia were 175-8, chasing 282 for victory, a home win looked assured.

From Barron's

Arguably the greatest Ashes series was in 2005 when England, powered by Andrew Flintoff and Kevin Pietersen, beat an Australia team packed with stars.

From Barron's

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