Peter Lever, Ashes-Winning England Bowler, Dies at 84

The Lancashire cricket legend, known for his skill and gentle nature, leaves a legacy shaped by career milestones and a life-changing 1975 incident.

Peter Lever, celebrated for his role in England's 1970-71 Ashes victory, passed away at the age of 84, as announced by Lancashire Cricket Club on March 27, 2025.
Lever took 796 first-class wickets for Lancashire and was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame in 2024, cementing his legacy as a key figure in the sport.
He played 17 Tests for England, including the inaugural one-day international in 1971, and achieved career-best Test figures of 7-83 in a match later stripped of official status.
Lever's career was profoundly impacted by a 1975 incident in which a bouncer he bowled struck New Zealand's Ewen Chatfield, fracturing his skull and stopping his heart before life-saving CPR was administered.
Known for his gentle demeanor, Lever spent his later years coaching and planting wildflowers in Devon, embodying his commitment to community and personal values.