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George Thorpe

1834 – 1899

English county cricketer

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About George Thorpe

Lived 1834 – 1899 (aged 65). George Thorpe was a British cricketer.

George Thorpe (20 February 1834 – 2 March 1899) was an English first-class cricketer, active 1862–64, who played for Sheffield Cricket Club (aka Yorkshire) in 1862 and then for Yorkshire County Cricket Club. He was born and died in Sheffield. Thorpe was a right-handed batsman, who scored 19 runs at 6.33, with a highest score of 9* against Surrey. He held three catches in the field, but was not a bowler.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Thorpe?

English county cricketer (1834-1899)

When was George Thorpe born?

George Thorpe was born on 20 February 1834.

When did George Thorpe die?

George Thorpe died on 2 March 1899.

What was George Thorpe's occupation?

George Thorpe was a cricketer.

What nationality was George Thorpe?

George Thorpe was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Thorpe

· Wikidata: Q5545216

· DBpedia: George Thorpe (cricketer, born 1834)

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