Ashes-winning England bowler Graeme Swann signs up for Strictly Come Dancing — could another cricketer win?

CRICKET star Graeme Swann has signed up for Strictly Come Dancing.

The 39-year-old spin bowler, part of England’s 2009 Ashes-winning side, follows a long line of former cricketers to compete in the BBC1 series.

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Batsman Mark Ramprakash, 48, won in 2006 and fast bowler Darren Gough, 47, the year before.

Spinner Phil Tufnell, 52, took part in 2009, and ex-England captain Michael Vaughan, 43, did the same in 2012.

A show source said: “Producers love a sportsman and cricketers have a great track record.

“Though Graeme might come across as a bit awkward, they’re hoping he’s got twinkle toes like some of his predecessors.”

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Father-of-two Graeme joins pop stars Ashley Roberts, 36, and Faye Tozer, 42, and newsreader Kate Silverton, 48 on the show which starts next month.

A show spokeswoman said: “We will be announcing this year’s line-up this week.”

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