Richard Dawson
Cricketer and coach, coached England
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United Kingdom
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An English cricketer and coach played as a left-arm spinner. Dawson represented the England national team in Test and One Day Internationals. After retirement, transitioned into coaching and served as the England national team's spin bowling coach, contributing to the development of players in the international arena.
Played in 15 Test matches for England
Contributed as a coach for England national team
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