About John Major
Lived 1861 – 1930 (aged 69). John Major was a British cricketer.
John Major (6 February 1861 – 30 December 1930) was an English cricketer active from 1888 to 1889 who played for Sussex. He was born in Seaford and died in Wakefield. He appeared in twelve first-class matches as a righthanded batsman who bowled right arm medium pace. He scored 363 runs with a highest score of 106 and took three wickets with a best performance of two for 10.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Major?
English cricketer (1861-1930)
When was John Major born?
John Major was born on 6 February 1861.
When did John Major die?
John Major died on 30 December 1930.
What was John Major's occupation?
John Major was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Major?
John Major was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Major (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Major. https://biography.guide/john-major-cricketer/
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