Tom Faulkner (born and died in the 18th century), known as "Long Tom", was a noted English cricketer of the mid-Georgian period.
A Surrey man, he was a prominent single wicket player who frequently played in challenge matches at the Artillery Ground.
He played regularly for the prestigious Addington Cricket Club in Surrey and appears in the records from 1744 until 1761.
He was also a well-known prizefighter under his "Long Tom" sobriquet.
Unfortunately, very little is known of his personal details.
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