Freddie Flintoff moved viewers to tears in the latest episode of “Fields of Dreams,” where he prepared his youth team for their final match in India.
Aired on Tuesday night on the BBC, the episode documented Flintoff and his aspiring cricketers facing a significant challenge at the Kolkata Football & Cricket Club. As their return to the UK approached, Flintoff held one-on-one conversations with the boys, addressing their concerns. They also participated in the Hindu festival of Holi, observed Kushti wrestling, and had tarot readings.
The second series features Flintoff leading a cricket team of working-class teens from Preston on a tour of India, guiding them in cricket and personal growth.
Disappointed #FieldOfDreams is coming to an end tonight, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed watching how @flintoff11 has been with the group of teens.
Incredible to see how the group & Freddie have helped eachother through the experience.
It’s unlikely, but I hope there’s a 3rd series! 🤞🏼 pic.twitter.com/l27tr9s2O2
— Grant Rivers (@GrantSRivers) September 3, 2024
Fans have praised the series, calling it “the best of British TV” and “truly inspirational,” with many suggesting Flintoff deserves a BAFTA and a Sports Personality of the Year award. Social media was abuzz with admiration for the final episode.
One viewer remarked on “X,” formerly known as Twitter: “This programme makes me cry because it is full of hope. Lads from different backgrounds, different cultures working together with Freddie Flintoff as a brilliant mentor.”
Another commented: “Freddie Flintoff has found his calling by helping these boys. It has also helped him heal. I really enjoyed watching this and hope it continues.”
Others echoed similar sentiments, praising both Flintoff and the young team, and calling for more series.
The future of “Fields of Dreams” was uncertain following Flintoff’s crash at the Dunsfold Aerodrome in an open-top sports car. In a previous episode, Flintoff revealed he struggled with severe anxiety after the incident in December 2022, which left him unable to leave his house for months.
The cricketer admitted that the crash’s effects might linger for life. He narrowly escaped death after flipping a three-wheeled car at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome while filming for “Top Gear.”
In a poignant moment, the 46-year-old told the teenagers he might need to “go cry in my room” if things became too overwhelming. Flintoff also shared images of his injuries from just a week-and-a-half post-crash, with many viewers finding his openness deeply moving.
The programme showed his recovery photos and videos, 20 months after the crash in a £43,000 Morgan Super 3 that nearly killed him. Flintoff, who reportedly settled for £9 million with the BBC, left “Top Gear” after the incident, causing the show to go on hiatus.
Since the crash, Flintoff has rarely appeared in public, following his wife Rachael’s plea for him to take time off work. However, the BBC, which apologised to him in March 2023, brought him back for the new series of “Fields of Dreams.”
What Other Media Are Saying
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- FMTTM discusses Freddie Flintoff’s “Field of Dreams” series, highlighting his interactions with young people and how it changed viewers’ opinions about him.(read more)
- Rotten Tomatoes provides an overview of Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams: Season 1, featuring photos, clips, trailers, and reviews, highlighting a sports and reality TV show.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What is Fields of Dreams about?
Fields of Dreams follows Freddie Flintoff coaching working-class teens from Preston on a cricket tour in India.
Why did Fields of Dreams make viewers emotional?
Viewers found the show emotional due to its hopeful message and Flintoff’s mentoring of diverse young cricketers.
Did Freddie Flintoff suffer from any personal issues during the show?
Yes, Flintoff struggled with anxiety following a severe car crash in December 2022.
How did viewers react to the final episode of Fields of Dreams?
Viewers praised the final episode as ‘brilliant’ and ‘heartwarming,’ calling for awards for Flintoff and the show.
What incident caused uncertainty about the future of Fields of Dreams?
Flintoff’s car crash at Dunsfold Aerodrome created doubt about the show’s continuation.