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Jack Saunders

1876 – 1927

Australian cricketer

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Lived 1876 – 1927 (aged 51). Jack Saunders was a New Zealand and Australian cricketer.

John Victor Saunders (21 March 1876 – 21 December 1927) was an Australian cricketer who played in 14 Test matches between 1902 and 1908. On his Test debut, he took five wickets in the second innings against England in Sydney. He went on to take 79 Test wickets.

Jack Saunders was a medium-paced left-arm spin bowler. The sharp flick of the wrist he used in his delivery gave rise to doubts about its legality, and although he was never called for throwing, these doubts may have prevented his selection for more than one tour of England. His best first-class figures were 8 for 106 (13 for 194 in the match) for Victoria against South Australia a few months later. He had an outstanding season in England in 1902, taking 123 wickets at an average of 16.95, taking five or more wickets in an innings 10 times.

After the 1909–10 Australian season Saunders moved to New Zealand, where worked as coach and groundsman to the Wellington Cricket Association. He played first-class cricket for Wellington for four seasons, and represented New Zealand in one match against the touring Australian team in 1913–14.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jack Saunders?

Australian cricketer (1876-1927)

When was Jack Saunders born?

Jack Saunders was born on 21 March 1876 in Melbourne.

When did Jack Saunders die?

Jack Saunders died on 21 December 1927 in Toorak.

What was Jack Saunders's occupation?

Jack Saunders was a cricketer.

What nationality was Jack Saunders?

Jack Saunders was New Zealand and Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jack Saunders

· Wikidata: Q6115010

· DBpedia: Jack Saunders (Australian cricketer)

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