About Chris Cooke
Born 1986. Chris Cooke is a South African cricketer.
Christopher Barry Cooke (born 30 May 1986) is a South African cricketer who plays as a right-handed batsman and wicket-keeper. Born in Johannesburg, he has played for Western Province and Glamorgan. He was Glamorgan captain for three seasons until stepping down in December 2021.
In September 2021, in the final round of the 2021 County Championship, Cooke scored his maiden double century in first-class cricket, with an unbeaten 205 runs.
On 18 August 2026, Cooke announced he would retire from professional cricket at the end of that year's county season.
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Who is Chris Cooke?
South African cricketer
When was Chris Cooke born?
Chris Cooke was born on 30 May 1986 in Johannesburg.
What is Chris Cooke's occupation?
Chris Cooke is a cricketer.
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Chris Cooke is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris Cooke. https://biography.guide/chris-cooke/
MLA: "Chris Cooke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chris-cooke/.
Chicago: "Chris Cooke." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chris-cooke/.
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