About Dick Pilling
Lived 1855 – 1891 (aged 35). Dick Pilling was a British cricketer.
Richard Pilling (11 August 1855 – 28 March 1891) was an English professional cricketer who played eight Test matches for the England cricket team. In first-class cricket he represented Lancashire County Cricket Club.
Pilling was born on 11 August 1855, at Old Warden. He died on 28 March 1891, aged 35, from tuberculosis. He was commonly called Dick Pilling.
Pilling was a wicket-keeper who played 8 times for the England cricket team. He was one of the Wisden Cricketers of the Year in 1891.
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Who was Dick Pilling?
Cricket player of England. (1855-1891)
When was Dick Pilling born?
Dick Pilling was born on 11 August 1855 in Old Warden.
When did Dick Pilling die?
Dick Pilling died on 28 March 1891 in Old Trafford.
What was Dick Pilling's occupation?
Dick Pilling was a cricketer.
What nationality was Dick Pilling?
Dick Pilling was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dick Pilling. https://biography.guide/dick-pilling/
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