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'I've had seven basal cells cut out of my face': Michael Clarke on his battle with skin cancer

IANS | November 04, 2025 02:02 PM

NEW DELHI: Former Australian cricketer Michael Clarke has opened up about his ongoing fight with skin cancer, revealing he has had several melanomas and other cancers removed from his face and body over the years.

Clarke, who was first diagnosed with skin cancer in 2006, discussed his condition on The Kyle and Jackie O Show, mentioning that he's had “a number cut out” of his face.

"I had one about four weeks ago off my nose, and I see my dermatologist every six months. The sunspots, I get frozen. Normally, if they’re basal cells, I get them cut out... I think I’ve had seven cut out of my face, ” he said.

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