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John Maclean dead at age 80, Australian cricketer

John Maclean: key obituary facts

Is John Maclean dead? Yes. John Maclean died on May 16, 2026, at age 80.

Cause of death: John Maclean's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.

What was John Maclean known for?

He was an Australian cricketer.

More about John Maclean

Born: 27 April 1946.

Place of birth: Herston.

Gender: male.

Occupation: cricketer.

Nationality: Australia.

Education: Brisbane State High School, University of Queensland.

Awards: Member of the Order of the British Empire.

Also known as: John Alexander Maclean.

John Maclean, Australian cricketer who played for Queensland and the national team, died on May 16, 2026, aged 80.

Born in Herston, Queensland, on April 27, 1946, John Alexander Maclean played four Test matches and two One Day Internationals in 1978 and 1979. He captained Queensland 30 times in 86 games and was part of four Queensland sides that finished second in the Sheffield Shield.

John Maclean, 80, Australian cricketer (Queensland, national team).

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