About Chris Coney
Born 1945. Chris Coney is a New Zealand cricketer and farmer.
Christopher John Coney (born 21 August 1945) is a former New Zealand cricketer who played two matches of first-class cricket in the 1960s.
Chris Coney is the oldest of three brothers. Jeremy Coney, who went on to captain the New Zealand Test cricket team, is the youngest. Their father worked for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in Wellington.
A middle-order batsman and left-arm spin bowler, Chris Coney represented Wellington at under-20 and under-23 levels for several seasons in the 1960s. He played a first-class match for New Zealand Under-23s in 1965–66 and one for Wellington against the touring Australians in 1966–67.
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Who is Chris Coney?
New Zealand cricketer
When was Chris Coney born?
Chris Coney was born on 21 August 1945 in Auckland.
What is Chris Coney's occupation?
Chris Coney is a cricketer and farmer.
What nationality is Chris Coney?
Chris Coney is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris Coney. https://biography.guide/chris-coney/
MLA: "Chris Coney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chris-coney/.
Chicago: "Chris Coney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chris-coney/.
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