Johannes Kotze, South African cricketer (d. 1931)
Johannes Jacobus "Kodgee" Kotze (7 August 1879 – 7 July 1931) was a South African cricketer who played in 3 Tests from 1902 to 1907. He was considered one of the fastest bowlers of his period.
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