SIR GEOFFREY BOYCOTT has been diagnosed with throat cancer for a second time.
The legendary England batsman, 83, revealed his diagnosis as he prepares to undergo surgery.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott has been diagnosed with throat cancer for a second timeCredit: PA
The legendary England batsmen confirmed he will undergo surgeryCredit: PA
Boycott confirmed the news in a statement as he explained he requires an operation.
He told The Telegraph: “In the last few weeks I have had an MRI Scan, CT Scan, a PET Scan and two biopsies and it has now been confirmed I have throat cancer and will require an operation.
“From past experience I realise that to overcome cancer a second time I will need excellent medical treatment and quite a bit of luck and even if the operation is successful every cancer patient knows they have to live with the possibility of it returning.
“So I will just get on with it and hope for the best.”
Boycott was previously diagnosed with throat cancer in 2002, undergoing radiotherapy to treat the illness.
He was met with a standing ovation at Trent Bridge after announcing the news.
After recovering, he returned to commentary with Channel Four before joining BBC Radio 5 Live’s cricket coverage.
As a player, the former Test cricketer played for both Yorkshire and England, establishing himself as one of the nation’s most successful opening batsmen.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott’s legendary career
SIR Geoffrey Boycott is considered one of England’s most successful opening batsmen of all time.
He made his international debut in a 1964 test match against Australia and enjoyed a near two-decade long international career.
Boycott was part of the 1979 England squad that came runner-up in the World Cup.
He made 108 Test match appearances before announcing his international retirement in 1982.
At club level, the batter played for Yorkshire from 1962–1986.
In retirement, Boycott moved into punditry and gained a reputation for critical analysis of players.
In a career spanning from 1962 to 1986, Boycott registered 22 centuries in 108 Test matches.
Boycott was previously diagnosed with throat cancer in 2002 before undergoing radiotherapyCredit: Reuters
The ex-England captain registered 22 centuries in 108 Test matchesCredit: PA:Empics Sport
Boycott also captained both England and Yorkshire during his career.
He was knighted in Theresa May’s resignation honours in 2019 for his services to sport.
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