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AFP Former England batsman Graeme Hick and ex-England rugby union international Alastair Hignell were among those receiving honours from Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday. Hick, born in Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe, was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) medal by the Queen at Buckingham Palace. The 43-year-old never lived up to his promise as a Test match batsman but retired in 2008 having played more matches in all forms of senior cricket than anyone else after breaking former England captain Graham Gooch's record. It was a feat acknowledged by the Queen, who told Hick on Tuesday the modern game had become even more "demanding". "I'm very honoured and very privileged," Hick said. "It's an amazing moment and a lot more nerve-wracking than walking out at Lord's, but it's a very special day for me and my family.... [read full story]
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