Mark Footitt

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Mark Footitt (born November 25, 1985) is an English cricketer. He is a right-handed batsman and a left arm fast bowler.

Born in Nottingham, Footitt was initially spotted as a 16-year-old, and impressed judges with his raw pace. Subsequently coached by Chris Tolley, and mentored by Greg Smith and Ryan Sidebottom. On his first-class debut the seamer took 4/45 against Glamorgan and took a 101 tenth-wicket partnership with Chris Read.

This was followed by a call-up to the England Under-19 squad for the series against Sri Lanka. He continues to make significant strides at Nottinghamshire, and the two rare commodities that he possesses- Pace, and being a left armer, could lead to higher honours in the not too distant future.