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Ex-England cricket star drives to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees amid Russia war

Former England bowler Stuart Meaker has travelled to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees displaced by the Russian invasion.

Meaker, who made four England appearances during his career, drove to Medyka in Poland in his van to deliver supplies and aid to refugees. The 33-year-old retired from cricket last year having struggled with injuries and embarked on the journey after seeing footage of the invasion on the news.

Meaker made the 24-hour solo journey from his home in Surrey, travelling through France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany on his way to Poland. "I was the same as everyone else, just sat watching the news and feeling a little bit helpless," Meaker told BBC Radio London .

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