Fast bowler Tymal Mills joins OnlyFans, barred from using logo on bat in The Hundred
Explaining his decision to join OnlyFans, Mills stressed there would be no explicit content from him. Instead, he intends to share insights into cricket and his lifestyle, as well as candid reflections on the 'bad things' in the sport, drawing on his extensive experience.'I know exactly what people might think, and what they are best known for. But I'll be putting out content about cricket, and maybe a little bit of lifestyle too,' he told The Telegraph.'The conversations first started about a year ago, so I read up, held discussions and did my due diligence. I hadn't quite realised how big the company was. They're trying to get into football and bring Premier League players on board. They're doing well with so-called smaller sports like surfing and skateboarding — individual sports.''I'm the first cricketer, and they're trying to break into team sports. It's ground zero in that regard, and I'm very excited. I want to be brave.'Mills said subscribers can expect behind-the-scenes access including candid chats, match analysis, training routines and even one-to-one mentoring sessions. He added that he is 'not looking to get rich' from the venture and aims to keep it accessible.Mills has represented England in 16 T20 internationals since making his debut in 2016. The left-arm quick, known for his clever variations, was part of the England side that lifted the T20 World Cup in 2022, and last featured for the national team in 2023.Currently playing for Southern Brave in The Hundred, Mills is the competition's leading wicket-taker, with 46 wickets in 32 matches. He began the 2025 season in style, taking three wickets against Manchester Originals on 6 August.- Ends
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