John Burnett (cricketer) explained

John David Burnett (25 February 1840 – 18 June 1878) was an English first-class cricketer who played for Surrey. Having played from 1882 to 1890, 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] Born in Vauxhall, London, Burnett died in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.

Notes and References

  1. https://cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/28/28311/28311.html John Burnett at CricketArchive
  2. Wisden Cricketer's Almanack, "Obituaries in 1878"