Paul Downton

Paul Downton

Paul Downton was born on April 4th, 1957

Full Name: Paul Downton
Place of Birth: Kent, England
Zodiac Sign: Not available
Profession: Cricket Player
International Debut: 1981
Cricket Teams: England, Kent
Wicket-keeper: Yes
Retirement: 1991

A right-arm medium-pace bowler and lower-order batsman, known for his 30 Test matches and 28 One Day Internationals for England between 1977 and 1982.

Timeline
1957
Born in Kent
Paul Downton was born on April 4, 1957, in Kent, England.
1981
Made First-Class Debut
Downton made his First-Class cricket debut for Kent County Cricket Club.
1983
Played for England
Downton played four Tests for the England cricket team, making his debut against New Zealand.
1989
Retired from Cricket
Downton retired from professional cricket, ending his 11-year career with Kent.
2001
Became Cricket Coach
Downton became a cricket coach, working with Kent County Cricket Club and later the England and Wales Cricket Board.
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What was Paul Downtons role in English cricket?
Paul Downton was a wicket-keeper and right-handed batsman who played for Kent County Cricket Club and the England national team in the 1980s.
How many Tests did Paul Downton play for England?
Paul Downton played 30 Test matches for England between 1981 and 1988, scoring over 800 runs and taking 70 catches.
What was Paul Downtons most notable achievement in cricket?
Paul Downton was part of the English team that won the 1985 Ashes series against Australia, playing a key role in the teams 3-1 victory.
Did Paul Downton play any other sports besides cricket?
Yes, Paul Downton was also a talented rugby player, representing Kent Schools and playing for Blackheath FC.
What did Paul Downton do after retiring from cricket?
After retiring from cricket, Paul Downton went on to work as a commentator and journalist, covering cricket matches and writing for various publications.

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