The former Surrey batsman explains his misgivings about England's appointment of three captains, the future of the IPL and opening for Dire Straits at the Royal Albert Hall.
In an exclusive interview with ITV, Butcher explained why the IPL should be wary of further expansion and gives his call for this summer's series between England and India.
You also get a glimpse of his talent with a different type of wood in hand, singing the blues as he recently did at the Royal Albert Hall supporting Dire Straits and on his new album Songs from the Sun House.
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