Corey Collymore

Cricketer with Barbados Test team success

Corey Collymore - Cricketer with Barbados Test team success
Born

December 21st, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Barbados

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Debuted internationally as a cricketer in 2002. Played for the West Indies national cricket team, primarily as a fast bowler. Contributed to the team's performance in Test and One Day International formats. Participated in the 2007 Cricket World Cup, which was hosted in the Caribbean. Had a notable domestic career, representing Barbados in regional competitions and contributing to their successes.

Debuted for the West Indies in 2002

Played in the 2007 Cricket World Cup

Represented Barbados in regional cricket

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