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Geoffrey Boycott

Geoffrey Boycott is a former English cricketer renowned for his skill as a right-handed opening batsman. He played for England mainly during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his technical proficiency, patience, and stamina at the crease. Boycott was instrumental in shaping England's batting standards and is considered one of the greatest opening batsmen in cricket history. After his playing career, he also worked as a cricket commentator and analyst. His career was marked by both admiration for his batting mastery and controversy regarding his temper and off-field conduct.