About Athol Rowan
Lived 1921 – 1998 (aged 77). Athol Rowan was a South African cricketer.
Athol Matthew Burchell Rowan (7 February 1921 – 22 February 1998) was a South African international cricketer who played in 15 Test matches between 1947 and 1951.
His older brother, Eric, also played Test cricket for South Africa.
Athol Rowan bowling against England at Trent Bridge on June 10, 1947.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Athol Rowan?
Cricket player of South Africa. (1921-1998)
When was Athol Rowan born?
Athol Rowan was born on 7 February 1921 in Kensington.
When did Athol Rowan die?
Athol Rowan died on 22 February 1998 in Hermanus.
What was Athol Rowan's occupation?
Athol Rowan was a cricketer.
What nationality was Athol Rowan?
Athol Rowan was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Athol Rowan. https://biography.guide/athol-rowan/
MLA: "Athol Rowan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/athol-rowan/.
Chicago: "Athol Rowan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/athol-rowan/.
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