About Daniel Hayward
Lived 1808 – 1852 (aged 43). Daniel Hayward was a British cricketer.
Daniel Hayward (1807 – 29 May 1852) was an English professional cricketer who played from 1832 to 1851. He was the father of Cambridge batsmen Thomas Hayward and Daniel Hayward junior; and the grandfather of Tom Hayward, the Surrey and England opener.
A right-handed batsman and wicket-keeper who was mainly associated with Cambridge Town Club, Hayward made 24 known appearances. He represented the Players in the Gentlemen v Players series and the North in the North v. South series.
He is buried in the Mill Road cemetery, Cambridge, as is his son Thomas Hayward.
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Who was Daniel Hayward?
cricketer (1808-1852)
When was Daniel Hayward born?
Daniel Hayward was born on 25 August 1808.
When did Daniel Hayward die?
Daniel Hayward died on 29 May 1852.
What was Daniel Hayward's occupation?
Daniel Hayward was a cricketer.
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Daniel Hayward was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Daniel Hayward. https://biography.guide/daniel-hayward-cricketer/
MLA: "Daniel Hayward." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/daniel-hayward-cricketer/.
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