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Barry May

b. 1944

English cricketer (born 1944)

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About Barry May

Born 1944. Barry May is a British cricketer.

Barry May (born 1 November 1944) is a South African-born former English cricketer who played first-class cricket for Oxford University in the early 1970s. He was born in Johannesburg and attended Prince Edward School in Salisbury, Rhodesia.

May's only first-class century was the 103 he hit against Glamorgan in June 1970.

With a degree in electronic engineering from the University of Cape Town, May first moved to the UK as a Rhodes Scholar and studied for a master's degree at Brasenose College, University of Oxford. During his time at Oxford he also won an Oxford blue for field hockey.

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Important facts

Birth century
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Education
University of Cape Town, Brasenose College
Awards
Rhodes Scholarship

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Barry May?

English cricketer (born 1944)

When was Barry May born?

Barry May was born on 1 November 1944.

What is Barry May's occupation?

Barry May is a cricketer.

What nationality is Barry May?

Barry May is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Barry May

· Wikidata: Q4864478

· DBpedia: Barry May

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