Freddie Flintoff has said he "can't stop smiling" after his protege was granted asylum in the UK.
Adnan Miakhel wowed the legendary cricketer as he showcased his extraordinary ability on the BBC show, Field of Dreams. The three part series saw the former international player return to his home town of Preston with the aim to create a new team from a group of promising youngsters.
Freddie was particularly impressed with Adnan's natural ability, but his hopes of a career were put on hold as he waited to be told if he had been granted asylum. The 16-year-old had fled Afghanistan after his mum arranged for him to be smuggled out of the country to avoid joining a group of local militia fighters.
