Adam Clarke (Cambridge University cricketer)

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Adam Clarke
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Born (1981-11-10) 10 November 1981 (age 41)
Sherwood, Nottingham
Source: Cricinfo, 17 April 2017

Adam Clarke (born 10 November 1981) is an English cricketer. He played three first-class matches for Cambridge University Cricket Club between 2001 and 2004. [1]

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  1. "Adam Clarke". ESPN Cricinfo. Retrieved 17 April 2017.