Tuffers' Ashes Heroes
Legends and Characters from Both Sides of Cricket's Divide
(Author) Phil TufnellThe ultimate Ashes read for cricket lovers from National Treasure Phil Tufnell. Phil Tufnell played in five Ashes series and has commentated on another ten. With the next tear-up just around the corner, 'Tuffers' has sat down and personally chosen his 50 Ashes 'legends' from the modern era and from both sides of the divide. Tuffers' Ashes Heroes is crammed with cricketers he has played with or against, admired from afar, enjoyed a drink with or just knows well. Everyone from Ian Botham, Freddie Flintoff, Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad to Merv Hughes, Ricky Ponting, Shane Warne and Steve Smith. Each 'hero' gets a properly funny, entertaining and affectionate pen portrait. 'Heroes', 'legends' and 'characters': all knitted together into the perfect cricket lover's book and written with Tufnell's trademark warmth, self-effacing humour and unmatched storytelling.
Phil Tufnell
Phil Tufnell is a former English cricketer turned television personality and author. Known for his left-arm spin bowling, Tufnell played for Middlesex and the England national team. After retiring from cricket, he became a popular television presenter, notably appearing on shows like "A Question of Sport" and "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!"
Tufnell has also written several books, including his autobiography "What Now? The Autobiography" and "Tuffers' Cricket Tales." His writing style is humorous and engaging, providing insights into his cricket career and life off the field.
Tufnell's contributions to literature include bringing a lighter and more entertaining approach to sports writing, appealing to both cricket fans and general readers. His most famous work is likely his autobiography, which provides a candid and entertaining look at his life and experiences in the world of cricket.
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