Former South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn applauded England’s batting coach Andrew Flintoff for his welcome speech for the young Josh Hull while handing him the debut cap before the third Test against Sri Lanka at Kennington Oval on Day 1 (Friday, September 6) as well. Steyn labelled Flintoff a ‘superhero’ while saying Hull to wear the cap proudly.
The reaction came to a video shared by England Cricket’s official handle on X, “When one superhero hands over his cloak and powers to the new superhero, here’s the rules Josh, wear it proudly. Freddie gets it, that was brilliant.”
When one superhero hands over his cloak and powers to the new superhero, here’s the rules Josh, wear it proudly. Freddie gets it, that was brilliant 👏
— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) September 6, 2024
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Flintoff gave a great speech that put a tear on Hull’s mother. He said, (via Independent): “I’ve got the incredible opportunity to present a Test cap today. It’s something that I do not take lightly. It is so nice that the family is here to show that as well because of being a parent myself and just how much you go through for your children. Driving them everywhere and taking them to places, but also the nerves of watching your kids play. Hopefully, you’re going to have a great week this week as you watch your son play for England.”
“This cap represents so many things. Firstly, Test cricket. Josh, you are going to play a game now which is a game like no other. It tests your ability, character and personality.””From what we have seen so far, you have those things in abundance. This is the perfect time to enter a team, everyone here in this group is willing you to succeed and when challenges occur, will stand right next to you and get you through. Every time you wear this cap, you’ll be filled with pride, and you’ll feel unstoppable. As an old fella, you’ll look back at this and say this is the best part of your life. Enjoy it and showcase everything that you’re about,” he concluded.
