About Les Downes
Lived 1945 – 2019 (aged 74). Les Downes was a New Zealand cricketer and coach.
Leslie William Downes (19 September 1945 – 9 November 2019) was a New Zealand first-class cricketer who played for Central Districts in 1975–76.
Downes was born in Lower Hutt, New Zealand. He was a wicketkeeper-batsman who had a long career for Manawatu in the Hawke Cup from 1965 to 1980, captaining the team for many years,
Downes also played soccer for Manawatu. He coached cricket and soccer and served on the Manawatu cricket and soccer associations. He worked in insurance, investment, marketing and real estate.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Les Downes?
New Zealand cricketer (1945-2019)
When was Les Downes born?
Les Downes was born on 19 September 1945 in Lower Hutt.
When did Les Downes die?
Les Downes died on 9 November 2019 in Palmerston North.
What was Les Downes's occupation?
Les Downes was a cricketer and coach.
What nationality was Les Downes?
Les Downes was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Les Downes. https://biography.guide/les-downes/
MLA: "Les Downes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/les-downes/.
Chicago: "Les Downes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/les-downes/.
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