Essjayess 307 Posted December 25, 2020 Only just seen the news of the passing of this great cricketer in the past couple of days. Well remember as a kid watching his triple century in the test against NZ in the mid 60s, that knock still stands today as having the most 4s and 6s in a single innings. Absolutely one of the best and leading Norfolk born sportsmen ever. Had a very long 20 year battle with an illness apparently, brave man indeed, both in and out of his sporting career. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mannings bandy legs 394 Posted December 25, 2020 One of the best and bravest opening batsmen England has ever had. To face the might and pace of the greatest West Indian attack took real courage. True norfolk icon. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk Mustard 94 Posted December 25, 2020 I hadn't seen this news. I used to work with his daughter; one of the loveliest people I have ever had the pleasure to know. I'm no cricket fan, however I'm aware John was an absolute legend - he hails from Blofield and went to the same school as my mother... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PurpleCanary 5,580 Posted December 26, 2020 I saw him play for the Edrich XI against the Lord's Taverners at Ingham in the early 1960s. I had to look this up but he got bowled by Garry Sobers for only six! RIP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
