Ian Pont

About

Former pace bowler known for his powerful throw; was a solid all-rounder, playing the majority of his career for Essex and Natal; went into coaching after retirement.

Before Fame

He was an aggressive batsman at Brentwood School.

Trivia

He dabbled in baseball, attending Spring Training with the New York Yankees in 1986 and with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1987.

Family Life

His brother Keith Pont was also a professional cricketer.

Associated With

He had one of his best matches against Cambridge and English cricketer Michael Atherton in 1986.