Jock Cameron
South African cricketer (1905-1935) · South Africa · On the map · Athletes · Died at 30
Jock Cameron was a South African cricketer of the 1920s and 1930s. A tragic figure owing to his premature death when probably the best wicket-keeper in the world, Cameron is often forgotten today but regarded by those who know about him as one of the best wicket-keepers in the history of cricket.
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A typical day, 30 days to 15 July 2026
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Sandy Bell Teammate at South Africa national team, 1929-1935
Bruce Mitchell Teammate at South Africa national team, 1929-1935
Cyril Vincent Teammate at South Africa national team, 1927-1935
Eric Dalton Teammate at South Africa national team, 1929-1935
Herbie Taylor Teammate at South Africa national team, 1927-1932
Xen Balaskas Teammate at South Africa national team, 1930-1935- Buster Nupen Teammate at South Africa national team, 1927-1935
Jack Siedle Teammate at South Africa national team, 1928-1935
Ken Viljoen Teammate at South Africa national team, 1930-1935- Bob Newson Teammate at South Africa national team, 1930-1935
Edward van der Merwe Teammate at South Africa national team, 1929-1935
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Career 1
ClubYears
South Africa1927-1935
Awards
About this person
Cameron was also a brilliant, hard-hitting middle-order batsman who once hit Hedley Verity for thirty runs off one over.
Country
South Africa
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1905 to 1935 · aged 30