Sir Ian Botham becomes 'Boss of Beef' for Beefeater restaurant

Former England cricket captain Sir Ian Botham has signed up to become the 'Boss of Beef' for restaurant chain Beefeater.

The 57-year-old has posed as a number of iconic bosses in a series of photographs to mark the start of his new role, which will begin this summer.

One picture shows the ex-cricketer dressed in a black suit pointing his finger to say Lord Alan Sugar's famous phrase "you're fired", while in another Botham poses as Marlon Brando's character in The Godfather.

"Not only have I been given a great role as the 'Boss of Beef' this summer, I've been able to relive some of the most famed bosses of all time, giving me a glimpse of what it takes to be the boss," The Mirror quotes Botham as saying.

"As a food lover myself, coming on board with Beefeater couldn't be more fitting - we both love a good steak and a great celebration."

Botham also turned himself into Ricky Gervais's character David Brent from The Office during his photoshoot.