Overview
George Philip Balderson (born 11 October 2000) is an English professional cricketer who plays for Lancashire. He signed his first professional contract with the county in 2018, marking the beginning of his senior career in domestic cricket.
Balderson rose through the age-group ranks, captaining England at Under-19 level. His contract with Lancashire was extended in November 2019, and the following month he was appointed captain of England's squad for the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
He made his first-class debut on 1 August 2020, turning out for Lancashire in the 2020 Bob Willis Trophy. His List A debut followed on 25 July 2021, when he played for Lancashire in the 2021 Royal London One-Day Cup. In March 2026, Balderson signed a fresh contract with Lancashire, committing him to the club until at least the end of the 2028 season.
References
Adapted from the English Wikipedia article on George Balderson.