About Matthew
Matthew Hoggard MBE was one of England's leading Test cricketers, taking 248 wickets across 67 matches and achieving 6th place in England's all-time test wicket-taker list. He was instrumental in England's 2005 Ashes victory, named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2006, and ranked 4th best Test bowler globally that same year. Awarded an MBE in 2006 New Year's Honours. After leaving Yorkshire in 2009, he captained Leicestershire from 2010 to 2013, winning a T20 title in 2011. He retired from professional cricket in September 2013 after a 17-year career.
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Known for
- 2005 Ashes victory for England
- 248 Test wickets for England
- Wisden Cricketer of the Year (2006)
- Swing bowling
- After-dinner speaking
- Charity fundraising and patronage
- England Cricket Legend
- Ashes Winner
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