About John Lucas
Lived 1922 – 2008 (aged 85). John Lucas was a cricketer.
John Herman Lucas (12 June 1922 – 18 May 2008) was a former Barbados West Indian and Canadian cricketer. He was a right-handed batsman and a right-arm off-break bowler. He began his career playing for Barbados, playing twelve first-class matches. He later emigrated to Canada and played three first-class matches for the Canadian national team. He finished his career with an impressive batting average of 53.70 with a highest score of 216 not out.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Lucas?
West Indian and Canadian cricketer (1922-2008)
When was John Lucas born?
John Lucas was born on 12 June 1922 in Barbados, Saint Michael, Barbados, Weymouth, Saint Michael.
When did John Lucas die?
John Lucas died on 18 May 2008 in Vancouver.
What was John Lucas's occupation?
John Lucas was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Lucas?
John Lucas's recorded nationality: Barbados.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Lucas (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Lucas. https://biography.guide/john-lucas-cricketer/
MLA: "John Lucas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-lucas-cricketer/.
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