About Alexander Eccles
Lived 1876 – 1919 (aged 43). Alexander Eccles was a British cricketer.
Alexander Eccles (16 March 1876 – 17 March 1919) was an English cricketer active from 1896 to 1907 who played for Lancashire. He was born and died in Preston. He appeared in 152 first-class matches as a righthanded batsman, scoring 5,129 runs with a highest score of 139 and held 95 catches. He completed six centuries and 22 half-centuries in his career.
Eccles played for Oxford University from 1896 to 1899; and he represented the Gentlemen in 1902. He was the Lancashire club captain for the 1902 season.
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Who was Alexander Eccles?
British cricketer (1876-1919)
When was Alexander Eccles born?
Alexander Eccles was born on 16 March 1876.
When did Alexander Eccles die?
Alexander Eccles died on 17 March 1919.
What was Alexander Eccles's occupation?
Alexander Eccles was a cricketer.
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Alexander Eccles was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alexander Eccles. https://biography.guide/alexander-eccles/
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