About George Wilson
Lived 1868 – 1920 (aged 51). George Wilson was an Australian cricketer.
George Lindsay "Billy" Wilson (27 April 1868 – 9 March 1920) was an Australian first-class cricketer active from 1886 to 1899 who played for Sussex and Victoria. He appeared in 75 first-class matches as a right-handed batsman who bowled right arm fast medium. He scored 2,605 runs with a highest score of 174 among three centuries and took 34 wickets with a best performance of four for 47.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Wilson?
Australian cricketer (1868-1920)
When was George Wilson born?
George Wilson was born on 27 April 1868 in Melbourne.
When did George Wilson die?
George Wilson died on 9 March 1920 in Melbourne.
What was George Wilson's occupation?
George Wilson was a cricketer.
What nationality was George Wilson?
George Wilson was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Wilson (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Wilson. https://biography.guide/george-wilson-cricketer-1868/
MLA: "George Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-wilson-cricketer-1868/.
Chicago: "George Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-wilson-cricketer-1868/.
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