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'It's the toughest challenge I've ever taken on.'
Join Sky1 HD as they follow Freddie Flintoff's journey from out-of-shape former cricketer to professional boxer in Flintoff: From Lord's to the Ring.
We caught up with Freddie to find out what drove him to make such an unexpected career decision, what it was like the first time he connected with an opponent, and how he expects to feel come fight night.
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'I've not had a drink for months.'
In the second part of our interview with Freddie Flintoff, the cricketer-turned-boxer tells us about the sacrifices that he's made to get into the shape of his life - eating steak for breakfast and steering well clear of the beer.
Flintoff also tells us which of his A League of Their Own co-stars are most likely to follow in his footsteps and don the boxing gloves. We'll give you a clue, it's not Jack Whitehall.
You can also catch a glimpse of Fred's new-look physique as he flexes his new pecs for the cameras.
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'This is the hurt business'
From Lord's To The Ring follows cricket legend Freddie Flintoff as he takes on an imposing new sporting challenge at the age of 34.
This three-part documentary charts Freddie's journey from novice puncher to fully-fledged heavyweight boxer, ready to fight professionally for the first time. And there's no shortage of very famous faces to help the big fella along the way...
Take a look at the trailer for a taste.