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Matthew Parkinson

b. 1972

English cricketer (born 1972)

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About Matthew Parkinson

Born 1972. Matthew Parkinson is a British cricketer.

Matthew Edgar Parkinson (born 14 September 1972) is a former English cricketer. Parkinson was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm medium pace. He was born at Lancaster, Lancashire.

Parkinson made his Minor Counties Championship debut for Cambridgeshire against Cumberland in 1996. The following season he made his second and final Championship appearance for the county against Staffordshire.

In 1999, he made his debut in List A cricket for the Lancashire Cricket Board against the Netherlands in the 1999 NatWest Trophy, in what would be his only List A appearance for the side.

In 2000, he moved back south to play a single List A match for Cambridgeshire against Hertfordshire in the 2000 NatWest Trophy. In his two List A matches, he scored 25 runs at a batting average of 25.00, with a high score of 20.

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Important facts

Born
14 September 1972, Lancaster
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Cricketer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Matthew Edgar Parkinson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Matthew Parkinson?

English cricketer (born 1972)

When was Matthew Parkinson born?

Matthew Parkinson was born on 14 September 1972 in Lancaster.

What is Matthew Parkinson's occupation?

Matthew Parkinson is a cricketer.

What nationality is Matthew Parkinson?

Matthew Parkinson is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Matthew Parkinson

· Wikidata: Q6791056

· DBpedia: Matthew Parkinson

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