Cricketer to cage-fighter
During his cricketing career with Surrey and England, Adam Hollioake faced up to some of the fiercest fast bowlers the game has ever seen.
Now, he's taking on a whole new breed of opponent, but one equally intent on inflicting physical damage.
Four years after hanging up his cricket spikes for good, the former England one-day captain is embarking on a career as a professional boxer and cage-fighter in Queensland, Australia.
Having already fought once as a boxer - knocking his opponent out in the fourth round on Friday - Hollioake will make his Mixed Martial Arts debut (the official name for cage-fighting) in the Days of Glory promotion on 5 May.
From the day I was caught for 98 by a tree in my garden, I have always had a passion for cricket, and especially the ebb and flow of a good Test match. I’ll be sharing my thoughts on cricket and other sports and would love you to get involved.. You can also follow me on 
