James Hildreth

Cricketer and captain for Somerset

James Hildreth - Cricketer and captain for Somerset
Born

September 9th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An English cricketer born in 1984, played primarily as a batsman for Somerset County Cricket Club. Hildreth made significant contributions to Somerset's batting lineup across various formats of the game. His first-class career spanned over a decade, showcasing consistent performance. Hildreth also represented England at the under-19 level, later earning recognition for his domestic performances. His commitment to the sport culminated in leadership roles within Somerset.

Scored over 11,000 first-class runs

Served as captain for Somerset

Represented England at under-19 level

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