Ian Botham Rescued from Crocodile-Infested River

Former England cricketer Ian Botham, 68, narrowly escaped a potentially deadly fall into the crocodile and bull shark-infested Moyle River in Australia's Northern Territory during a fishing trip with his former Ashes rival, Merv Hughes. Botham's flip-flops got caught on a rope, causing him to tumble into the water, but Hughes quickly rescued him. Although Botham suffered severe bruising, he humorously remarked on Instagram that he was out of the water faster than he fell in and likened himself to 'Crocodile Beefy,' a nod to the Crocodile Dundee film. The incident highlighted the enduring friendship between Botham and Hughes, who were once fierce competitors during their cricket careers. Despite the scare, Botham expressed gratitude toward his companions for their swift action, and he remains unscathed by the experience.