Cricketer (noun)

A person who plays the sport of cricket.

Origin:

From cricket + -er (agent noun suffix).

Examples:

1. He was a professional cricketer and had represented his country in many international matches.
2. The cricketer was known for his aggressive style of play.
3. She was one of the best female cricketers in the world.
4. The young cricketer was just starting out in his career and had a lot of potential.
5. The retired cricketer was now a commentator for the sport.