About Alfred Watson
Lived 1888 – 1957 (aged 68). Alfred Watson was an Australian cricketer.
Alfred Edward Watson (31 August 1888 – 6 May 1957) was an Australian cricketer. He played four first-class matches for Tasmania between 1926 and 1928.
Watson moved from Victoria to Tasmania in 1924. He made his first-class debut in March 1926 at the age of 37, when he represented Tasmania against the Australian team that was on its way to England. The Australian XI won by an innings and 184 runs, but Watson took four wickets.
Watson married Florence Hillard in Melbourne in March 1913. They had five sons. She died in Melbourne in August 1955. He died in Melbourne in May 1957.
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Who was Alfred Watson?
Australian cricketer (1888-1957)
When was Alfred Watson born?
Alfred Watson was born on 31 August 1888 in Melbourne.
When did Alfred Watson die?
Alfred Watson died on 6 May 1957 in Melbourne.
What was Alfred Watson's occupation?
Alfred Watson was a cricketer.
What nationality was Alfred Watson?
Alfred Watson was Australian.
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· DBpedia: Alfred Watson (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alfred Watson. https://biography.guide/alfred-watson-cricketer/
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