John Waite

Cricketer with South African national team

John Waite - Cricketer with South African national team
Born

January 19th, 1930
95 years ago

Died

2011
14 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Africa

Links & References

This individual played as a right-handed batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler for the South African national cricket team. Represented South Africa in 16 Test matches from 1952 to 1957. Contributed to the team's efforts during a time of international cricketing challenges. Featured prominently in the domestic circuit as well, playing for teams such as Western Province and Transvaal.

Played 16 Test matches for South Africa

Competed in domestic cricket for Western Province and Transvaal

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