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Alan Wilkins Heads to IPL After Cancer Recovery — “Never Give Up”
Veteran commentator Alan Wilkins heads to IPL after cancer recovery, sharing an emotional update that touched cricket fans worldwide. The 71-year-old cricket voice revealed on social media that he has been cleared of throat cancer and is set to travel to India for the IPL 2025 season.
Alan Wilkins heads to IPL after cancer recovery news spread fast after he posted on platform X (formerly Twitter).
“Knowing that I am heading to India to work on the @IPL after being given the All Clear from throat cancer by @VelindreCS @VelindreTrust @Velindre makes me feel incredibly blessed. And ‘young’ again! Never Give Up,” Wilkins wrote.
Knowing that I am heading to India 🇮🇳 to work on the @IPL after being given the All Clear from throat cancer by @VelindreCS @VelindreTrust @Velindre makes me feel incredibly blessed.
And “young” again! 🙏🏼
Never Give Up. pic.twitter.com/iEZG4ZSSAQ— Alan Wilkins (@alanwilkins22) April 15, 2025
Wilkins’ Inspiring Journey from Player to Broadcaster
Alan Wilkins, a former left-arm medium pacer, played for Glamorgan and Gloucestershire. However, an injury cut his playing career short. But that never stopped him. He switched to commentary in 1984 and has since become a well-known voice in cricket, rugby, tennis, and golf.
His return to the commentary box is an inspiring moment. It reminds fans of Sir Geoffrey Boycott, another cricket legend who overcame throat cancer and returned stronger.
Fans Celebrate Wilkins’ Comeback
The cricket community has flooded social media with support for Wilkins. His story proves one thing — never give up, no matter how tough life gets.
Wilkins’ journey adds another heartwarming story to the IPL 2025 season, showing that the game is about more than just runs and wickets. It’s about passion, resilience, and the love of cricket.
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Read more on BBC Sport about Alan Wilkins’ journey.
