# Townsend Survives Terrifying Pitch Roller Crash

URL: https://technosports.co.in/townsend-survives-terrifying-pitch-roller-crash/  
Published: 2026-09-22  
Updated: 2026-09-22  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Former England star Andros Townsend narrowly escaped disaster in Thailand after a runaway pitch roller crushed his legs during warm-ups. Despite the terrifying collision, the 35-year-old miraculously avoided career-ending injuries. Showing incredible grit, Townsend shook off the bruises to make a 93rd-minute appearance, helping PT Prachuap secure a 3-0 victory. It was a bizarre, near-fatal incident that defied all football logic.