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John Rawlinson (cricketer, born 1959)

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John Rawlinson
Born (1959-08-04) August 4, 1959 (age 67)
Edgware, England
Occupation(s)Artist, former cricketer, banker, educator
Known forFirst-class cricket for Oxford University (1979–1980)

John Lawrence Rawlinson (born 4 August 1959) is a British artist and a former first-class cricket player.

Hailing from Edgware, Rawlinson received his education at Eton College followed by University College, Oxford. During his time at Oxford, he participated in first-class cricket representing Oxford University between 1979 and 1980, appearing in nine matches. Over these games, he accumulated 112 runs, holding a batting average of 8.00 with a highest score of 19.

Following his undergraduate studies, Rawlinson pursued postgraduate education at the University of Bristol. His professional career includes roles as a banker and educator before he undertook formal art training at Cheltenham School of Fine Art. Additionally, his brother Harry and son Hugo have both competed in first-class cricket.