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James Donaldson

b. 1943

English cricketer (born 1943)

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About James Donaldson

Born 1943. James Donaldson is a British cricketer.

James Andrew Donaldson (27 August 1943 – 10 April 2025) was an English cricketer. Donaldson was a left-handed batsman. He was born in Castle Rising, Norfolk.

Donaldson made his debut for Norfolk in the 1962 Minor Counties Championship against Cambridgeshire. Donaldson played Minor counties cricket for Norfolk from 1962 to 1971, which included 29 Minor Counties Championship appearances. He made his List A debut against Cheshire in the 1968 Gillette Cup. Opening the batting, he was dismissed for 16 runs by Anthony Shillinglaw. He made a further List A appearance against Yorkshire in the 1969 Gillette Cup. Opening the batting alongside Graham Saville, he scored 21 runs before being dismissed by Chris Old.

Donaldson died on 10 April 2025 at the age of 81.

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Important facts

Born
27 August 1943, Castle Rising
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Cricketer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
James Andrew Donaldson

People in James Donaldson's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is James Donaldson?

English cricketer (born 1943)

When was James Donaldson born?

James Donaldson was born on 27 August 1943 in Castle Rising.

What is James Donaldson's occupation?

James Donaldson is a cricketer.

What nationality is James Donaldson?

James Donaldson is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Donaldson

· Wikidata: Q6132713

· DBpedia: James Donaldson (cricketer)

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