About George Howitt
Lived 1843 – 1881 (aged 38). George Howitt was a British cricketer.
George Howitt (14 March 1843 – 19 December 1881) was an English first-class cricketer active 1865–76 who played for Middlesex and Nottinghamshire. He was born in Dunkirk, Nottingham and died in Nottingham. He played in 79 first-class matches as a lefthanded batsman, scoring 483 runs with a highest score of 49; and as a left-arm roundarm fast bowler, taking 348 wickets with a best performance of seven for 19. He was a cousin of England Test batsman William Scotton.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Howitt?
British cricketer (1843-1881)
When was George Howitt born?
George Howitt was born on 14 March 1843.
When did George Howitt die?
George Howitt died on 19 December 1881.
What was George Howitt's occupation?
George Howitt was a cricketer.
What nationality was George Howitt?
George Howitt was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Howitt. https://biography.guide/george-howitt/
MLA: "George Howitt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-howitt/.
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