Charles Marriott

Cricketer

Birthday September 14, 1895

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Oct 13, 1966 (71)

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About

First-class player from 1919 to 1937, most notable for playing for Kent from 1924 to 1937; amongst the top leg break and googly bowlers of the first half of the 20th century.

Before Fame

He began his career with Lancashire, whom he played with from 1919 to 1921.

Trivia

He became the first one-test wonder to take at least seven wickets in a test match.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Heaton Moor, Stockport, not far from where he began his career.

Associated With

He and Robert Key both became Kent legends.