Thomas Cole (cricketer)

Thomas Cole was an English first-class cricketer active in the 1780s. Details of his life and career are sparse, as is common for cricketers of that era. He is known to have played for Hampshire during the formative years of county cricket, before official county organizations were established.

While exact dates of birth and death are unknown, records show Cole participating in matches during the 1780s. He is generally listed as a batsman, although specific details of his batting style, averages, or highest scores are not readily available in surviving match records. Similarly, details about whether he bowled or his fielding position are also absent from the historical record.

The information available on Thomas Cole is limited to mentions in surviving scorecards and team lists of matches played primarily by Hampshire XIs. The scant documentation means a comprehensive biography is not possible. Further research into period scorebooks and newspaper archives might uncover additional information.