Eric Rowan

South African cricketer, Test player

Eric Rowan - Athletes & Sports Figures born July 20th, 1909
Born
Died

1993
33 years ago — 84 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Africa

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Born in South Africa, a cricketer excelled as an opening batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler. Played for South Africa in the Test cricket format during the late 1930s. Featured in the first Test series against England in 1935 and contributed significantly to the team. Post-retirement, engaged in coaching and promoting the sport at the grassroots level.

Played 25 Test matches for South Africa

Scored 1,067 runs in Test cricket

Took 63 wickets in Test cricket

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