Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has been rushed to the hospital after an accident while filming popular British programme ‘Top gear.’ The 45-year-old was given first aid at the accident site before being transferred to hospital, the BBC news website said, adding that his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening. The incident happened on Tuesday at the programme’s test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome, south of London.
Flintoff, a celebrated all-rounder better known as “Freddie”, played 79 Tests for England before retiring from cricket aged 32.
He has gone on to have a career in television including co-presenting the hit motorshow Top Gear.
During his cricket career, Flintoff played a pivotal role in England winning the Ashes in 2005 and 2009.