Wes Durston
English cricketer with notable performances
Born
October 6th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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This individual represented Derbyshire in first-class and List A cricket. Made significant contributions as a top-order batsman during a career spanning from 2002 to 2016. Achieved a breakthrough season in 2015, scoring over 1,000 runs in the County Championship. Additionally participated in several T20 matches, showcasing versatility in limited-overs formats. Contributed to the team's efforts in various domestic competitions.
Scored over 1,000 runs in the County Championship in 2015
Represented Derbyshire in first-class cricket
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