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United Kingdom John Blake
- Retired
John Blake is a cricket player. The country is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The current team is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The player is now retired from the game.
- Date of Birth 17 Nov 1917
- Team United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Birthplace Portsmouth
Profile
About the Player
Player Details
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Date of Birth
- 17 November 1917
- Birthplace
- Portsmouth
- Status
- Retired
On the field
Style and Honours
Career Highlights
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Military Cross
Squads
Teams and Country
- National Team United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Previous Team Cambridge University Cricket Club
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