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Charles Ellison

b. 1962

English cricketer (born 1962)

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About Charles Ellison

Born 1962. Charles Ellison is a British cricketer.

Charles Christopher Ellison (born 11 February 1962) is an English former cricketer.

Ellison was born at Pembury in February 1962 to Peter and Bridget Ellison. He was educated at Tonbridge School, before going up to the University of Cambridge where he studied at both Peterhouse and Homerton College. While studying at Cambridge, he made his debut in first-class cricket for Cambridge University against Glamorgan at Fenner's in 1982. He played first-class cricket for Cambridge until 1986, making a total of 23 appearances. With his right-arm medium pace bowling, he took 39 wickets at an average of 35.46, with best figures of 5 for 82. These figures, which were his only first-class five wicket haul, came against Leicestershire in 1986.

In addition to playing first-class cricket, Ellison also played List A one-day for the Combined Universities cricket team, making five appearances in the Benson & Hedges Cup between 1982 and 1986. He also played minor counties cricket for Wiltshire between 1984 and 1988, making eleven appearances in the Minor Counties Championship. His older brother, Richard, played Test cricket for England. His grandfather, Henry Ellison, and nephews, Charlie Ellison and Harry Ellison, both played first-class cricket.

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Peterhouse, Tonbridge School, Homerton College
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Charles Christopher Ellison

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Charles Ellison?

English cricketer (born 1962)

When was Charles Ellison born?

Charles Ellison was born on 11 February 1962 in Pembury.

What is Charles Ellison's occupation?

Charles Ellison is a cricketer.

What nationality is Charles Ellison?

Charles Ellison is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Charles Ellison

Β· Wikidata: Q65030673

Β· DBpedia: Charles Ellison (cricketer)

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