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Matthew Townshend (born 5 March 1982) is a Zimbabwean former cricketer. [1] He played nine first-class matches between 1999 and 2002. [2]
Mathew Townshend developed his cricketing skills under the influence of his father, Derrick, and uncle, Trevor, both former Rhodesia players. [3] His early introduction to cricket was under his father's guidance, leading to his primary role as a pace bowler and a robust lower-order batsman. [3]
Townshend's cricket career began at St. Thomas Aquinas Primary School, and continued to Christian Brothers College (CBC), where he frequently captained his age-group teams. [3] His performance in the first team at CBC was notable, achieving a batting average of about 70 in his final season. [3]
Townshend represented the Under-14, Under-16, and Under-19 teams, excelling in the Zimbabwe Development tour to Kenya in 2000 despite facing injury challenges. [3] He joined Bulawayo Athletic Club and later the CFX Academy in 2000, aligning with Alexandra Sports Club in Harare and earning praise for several standout performances. [3]
While still at high school, Townshend made his first-class cricket debut for Matabeleland, taking six wickets at an average of 31 in three matches and maintaining a batting average of 22. [3] His cricketing development owes much to the mentorship of Dave Houghton and Win Justin-Smith. [3]
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