John Morris
English cricketer and county player
Born
April 1st, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played first-class cricket for various county teams, including Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. Participated in over 250 first-class matches, showcasing skills as a right-handed batsman and wicketkeeper. Achieved notable success in domestic competitions and contributed significantly to team efforts during his career.
Played for Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire
Participated in over 250 first-class matches
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