There are currently twelve English cricket personalities who have been knighted for services to the game:
- Sir Francis Lacey (Gazette issue 33179)
- Sir Frederick Toone (Gazette issue 33517)
- Sir Pelham Warner (Gazette issue 34396)
- Sir Jack Hobbs (Gazette issue 39863)
- Sir H. D. G. Leveson Gower (Gazette issue 39732)
Why some cricketers are called Sir?
The title 'Sir' is given to people who are knighted by the country's government. Many cricketers have been bestowed with Knighthood for their services to cricket. Many cricketers from England and West Indies have been given the title 'Sir'.
Who gives the title Sir?
The honour of knighthood comes from medieval times, as does the way used to award the knighthood - the touch of a sword by the King or Queen. Men who receive this honour are given the title Sir, while women receiving the honour are called Dame. The award is given for an exceptional achievement in any activity.
