Former England Cricketer Peter Lever Dies at 84

Peter Lever, the former England fast bowler, has passed away at the age of 84 following a short illness. He was a key player in the England team that won the Ashes in Australia during the 1970-71 series and made his Test debut on that tour. Lever took 41 wickets in 17 Tests and played in ten one-day internationals, including the inaugural ODI in 1971. He had a distinguished domestic career with Lancashire, taking 796 wickets in 301 first-class matches. Lever was also known for his sportsmanship and faced a controversial incident during a 1975 Test when he struck a batter with a bouncer, an experience that deeply affected him. Tributes have poured in from the cricket community, highlighting his significant impact on the sport and the respect he garnered throughout his career.