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John Sadler

b. 1981

English cricketer for Derbyshire (born 1981)

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About John Sadler

Born 1981. John Sadler is a British cricketer.

John Leonard Sadler (born 19 November 1981) is an English cricketer and cricket coach. As a player, Sadler played county cricket for Yorkshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire, and also represented the Yorkshire Cricket Board.

Sadler joined the Derbyshire coaching staff in January 2014 and took over as head coach on an interim basis in June 2016, following the departure of Graeme Welch. The club later confirmed Sadler would remain in charge for the rest of the season, with the possibility of him retaining the role on a permanent basis.

After a spell on the Leicestershire coaching staff, he joined Northamptonshire for the 2020 season. He succeeded David Ripley as head coach in September 2021. He left the club in September 2024. Sadler was hired by Yorkshire as a batting coach in November 2024.

He is a graduate of Manchester Metropolitan University's Masters of Sport Directorship programme.

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Important facts

Born
19 November 1981, Dewsbury
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Cricketer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
John Leonard Sadler

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Sadler?

English cricketer for Derbyshire (born 1981)

When was John Sadler born?

John Sadler was born on 19 November 1981 in Dewsbury.

What is John Sadler's occupation?

John Sadler is a cricketer.

What nationality is John Sadler?

John Sadler is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Sadler

· Wikidata: Q6256468

· DBpedia: John Sadler (cricketer)

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