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John Knight

b. 1958

English cricketer (born 1958)

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Born 1958. John Knight is a British cricketer.

John Mark Knight (born 16 March 1958) is an English former cricketer.

Knight was born at Oundle in March 1958 and educated at Oundle School. He studied at Worcester College, Oxford. While studying at the University of Oxford, he made his debut in first-class cricket for Oxford University against Somerset at Oxford in 1978. He played first-class cricket for Oxford until 1981, making a total of 23 appearances. With his right-arm fast-medium bowling, he took 32 wickets at a bowling average of 44.50, with best figures of 4 for 69.

In addition to playing first-class cricket, Knight also played List A one-day for the Combined Universities cricket team, making six appearances in the Benson & Hedges Cup between 1978–81. He scored 77 runs in his six matches, with a high score of 54 not out against Northamptonshire in the 1979 Benson & Hedges Cup. He also 2 wickets, though coming at an expensive average of 77.50. He also played minor counties cricket for Wiltshire between 1977–82, making eighteen appearances in the Minor Counties Championship.

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Worcester College
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John Mark Knight

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Knight?

English cricketer (born 1958)

When was John Knight born?

John Knight was born on 16 March 1958 in Oundle.

What is John Knight's occupation?

John Knight is a cricketer.

What nationality is John Knight?

John Knight is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: John Knight

Β· Wikidata: Q65030648

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