Nic Maddinson back on field after chemotherapy for testicular cancer

Nic Maddinson has revealed he underwent nine weeks of chemotherapy after a diagnosis of testicular cancer earlier this year, and has returned to on-field activity as he aims to resume his professional cricket career before the end of the year. The 33-year-old left-handed batter last played for New South Wales in March and received the diagnosis shortly afterward, the illness having spread to his abdominal lymph nodes and lung.

Maddinson said he had a tumour removed and then completed a nine-week course of chemotherapy that ended in July. He described the spread beyond the testicle as frightening and urged men to seek medical advice if they have concerns. "To know that I caught it probably as early as I could have, and it still spread into other parts of my body, that was scary," he said. "I just think it's so important if you have anything you're worried about, get it checked out."

He reported significant side effects during treatment, including hair loss, fatigue and disrupted sleep. Maddinson also faced the period while his wife was pregnant with their second child. Despite the difficulties, he returned to light batting sessions within weeks of finishing chemotherapy and has...