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Edward Ball

1859 – 1917

English cricketer

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Lived 1859 – 1917 (aged 58). Edward Ball was a British cricketer.

Edward Ball (10 February 1859 – 31 July 1917) was an English cricketer who played for Gloucestershire. He was born in Clifton, Bristol and died in Tonbridge, Kent.

Ball made three first-class appearances for Gloucestershire between the 1880 and 1881 season, but failed to score a single run in the three innings in which he batted.

Ball was an accounts clerk and stayed in that area of employment until his death.

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Who was Edward Ball?

English cricketer (1859-1917)

When was Edward Ball born?

Edward Ball was born on 10 February 1859.

When did Edward Ball die?

Edward Ball died on 31 July 1917.

What was Edward Ball's occupation?

Edward Ball was a cricketer.

What nationality was Edward Ball?

Edward Ball was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Ball

· Wikidata: Q5341735

· DBpedia: Edward Ball (cricketer)

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