Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff hand signed print - Ashes 2005

About Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff MBE is one of the most inspirational all-rounder's in the history of English cricket. Born in Preston, Lancashire on December 6, 1977, 'Freddie' quickly developed into a prodigious cricketing talent as a youngster, breaking through to the Lancashire first team while still a teenager. After captaining the England Under-19 team in 1997, the burly cricketer was promoted to the senior side the following summer making his Test debut for England against South Africa at Trent Bridge. A couple of indifferent campaigns followed with Flintoff struggling to keep his weight down and his batting displays suffered as a result. Recalled to the international set-up in 2002, 'Freddie' was a new man, slimmer and more dynamic with both bat and ball. Between 2003 and the Ashes series of 2005 the Lancastrian averaged 43 with the bat and 28 for each Test wicket, becoming a focal figure within the England side. Under Michael Vaughan's stewardship Flintoff continued to blossom and the highlight of his career came in the famous summer of 2005 when he inspired England to their famous Ashes victory over Australia. Magnificent in the field, when bowling, and when needed to contribute with the bat, Flintoff was England's hero from start to finish. He was named BBC Sports Personality later in the year for his efforts. Since 2005 Flintoff has struggled consistently with injuries missing many Test matches as a result. The all-rounder did captain his country during the ill-fated 2007 Ashes series in Australia and has since been in and out of the team because of a recurring problem with his knees. Although Flintoff is due to retire from Test cricket he has vowed to continue to excel in the one day game. He is currently the second highest wicket taker for England in one day internationals and the ninth highest runs scorer. 'Freddie' also holds the record for the most sixes hit for England in international cricket. Andrew Flintoff's presence in the England cricket Test side will be sorely missed. Own a piece of sporting history Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff is one of the most inspirational and iconic cricketers of the 21st century. Each print also comes with a certificate of authenticity.