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The basics
Quick facts
Intro
English cricketer
Gender:
Male
Work field:
Birth:
9 April 1778
Death:
5 March 1854
The details
Biography
Introduction
John Sparks (born 1778 and christened 9 April 1778 at Bramley, Surrey; died 5 March 1854 at Edinburgh) was an English professional cricketer. He bowled slow underarm (unknown hand).
Career
Sparks was mainly associated with Surrey and he made 50 known appearances in first-class matches from 1803 to 1829.
Sparks played for the Players in the second Gentlemen v Players match in 1806.