Date of Birth and Playing Style
Born on 1 March 1990, Liam Dawson is an English cricketer known for his versatility as a right-handed batsman and a slow left-arm orthodox spinner. He plays domestic cricket for Hampshire and has represented England at various levels, including the Under-19 team.
Liam was born in Swindon, United Kingdom, to Andy Dawson. Details about his personal life remain private, with limited public information available. From a young age, Liam exhibited a profound interest in cricket—beginning to play at age three and joining the Goatacre Cricket Club when he was just seven.
Aside from cricket, he is a devoted supporter of Bury F.C., reflecting his broader passion for English sports culture.
Dawson maintains an active online presence. On Instagram (@daws128), he has shared over 50 photos capturing aspects of his personal and professional journey, attracting nearly 7,000 followers. His Twitter handle, also @daws128, has around 9,800 followers. Through these social platforms, he connects with fans and offers insights into his career and day-to-day interests.
Dawson started his professional career in 2007, playing in three List A matches. In his debut, he scored 32 runs without taking any wickets. A year later, in 2008, he struck his maiden first-class century against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge. His progression continued in 2009 when he was selected for the England Lions to face New Zealand. That same year, he was part of Hampshire's victorious Friends Provident Trophy team.
In 2010, Dawson played eight Championship matches with a batting average of 29. He took a step forward in 2011, averaging over 35 in both Championship and List A formats. His contributions with the bat established him as a reliable middle-order presence.
Switching focus to his bowling in 2012, Dawson claimed 26 wickets at an average of 32 in the Championship and added another 9 wickets in the T20 format. By 2013, he reached 1,000 career first-class runs and began emerging as an all-rounder. That season, he secured 29 wickets in Championship games and 12 in List A matches. His consistent performances laid the foundation for international opportunities, particularly as he continued to refine his bowling through 2015.
| Birth Date: | 1 Mar, 1990 |
| Age: | 30 yrs |
| Occupations: | Cricketer |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Swindon |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English cricketer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |