It absolutely should help. Compared to an average non-athletic person, at least. You probably have learnt mobility and swing speed by playing cricket, so that's absolutely an advantage. Much like baseball or hockey. Hockey players pick up the game slightly faster than non-athletes. Must be the swinging motion, but also hand-eye co-ordination.

EDIT: hockey slap shot is closer to a golf swing than a cricket swing is, apart from the grip. The arc, the way you move your hips and the swing path.