Ryan John, born on September 25, 1997, in the Windward Islands, is a promising cricketer who has steadily risen through the ranks in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). As he approaches his 27th birthday, John has already established himself as a talented right-arm medium-fast bowler and a right-handed batsman, representing the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots in CPL 2024.
Ryan John’s cricketing journey began in the domestic circuits, where he first made a mark playing for the Windward Islands Under-19s. His performances there caught the attention of selectors, leading to his inclusion in the senior teams. Over his career, John has demonstrated a keen ability to contribute both with the ball and the bat, making him a valuable asset to any team.
Ryan John’s impressive stats
In First-Class cricket, John has played 17 matches, delivering over 2,600 balls and taking 51 wickets with an impressive best bowling figure of 5/18. His average of 26.19 and an economy rate of 3.01 underline his ability to keep the pressure on the batsmen. Although his T20 record is still in its early stages with just three matches under his belt, John’s experience in longer formats has honed his skills, making him a player to watch in the shorter format as well.
While primarily known for his bowling, John is no slouch with the bat. In First-Class cricket, he has scored 512 runs at an average of 19.69, with a highest score of 57. In T20s, he has shown glimpses of his batting potential, boasting a strike rate of 150.00 in the few opportunities he has had.
In the ongoing CPL 2024, Ryan John has played three matches for the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. His bowling figures show room for improvement as he has bagged only one wicket so far in three games. Given his capabilities, his performance in the tournament will be crucial as the Patriots look to make a strong push in the playoffs.
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