Mark Ramprakash
Cricketer and England batting coach
Cricketer and England batting coach
An accomplished English cricketer and coach, contributed significantly to domestic and international cricket. Played for England's national team from 1995 to 2006, showcasing remarkable batting skills. Excelled in first-class cricket, primarily representing Middlesex and Surrey. Transitioned into coaching, providing insights and training to upcoming cricketers as part of the England coaching setup.
Played 52 Test matches for England
Scored over 2,000 runs in international Tests
Achieved over 35,000 first-class runs
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