Simon Charles Willis (born 19 March 1974) is an English former professional

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, he enjoyed a seven-year career with

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, before moving into a variety of coaching roles at the club. Willis was appointed head coach of the Hong Kong national cricket team in March 2023.

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* Living people 1974 births Sportspeople from Greenwich, London English cricketers Kent cricketers English cricket coaches Wicket-keepers Coaches of the Hong Kong national cricket team {{England-cricket-bio-1970s-stub