John Burnett (cricketer)
John David Burnett (25 February 1840 – 18 June 1878) was an English first-class cricketer active 1882–90 who played for Surrey. He was born in Vauxhall and died in Pietermaritzburg. He appeared in five first-class matches.[1] His brother was Ernest Burnett, who was also a first-class cricketer.
He was educated at Harrow School for whom he played cricket.[2]
References[]
- ^ John Burnett at CricketArchive
- ^ Wisden Cricketer's Almanack, "Obituaries in 1878"
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- 1840 births
- 1878 deaths
- English cricketers
- Surrey cricketers
- Surrey Club cricketers
- Gentlemen of the South cricketers
- People educated at Harrow School
- English cricket biography, 1840s birth stubs