About Jack Riley
Lived 1927 – 2008 (aged 81). Jack Riley was a British cricketer.
Jack Riley (27 April 1927 – 28 May 2008) was an English cricketer. He appeared just once in first-class cricket, playing for Worcestershire against Cambridge University at Fenner's in May 1953, taking 3/25 in Cambridge's first innings. Among his victims was the university's captain Robin Marlar.
By far the largest part of Riley's career – more than 300 matches – was spent playing for Enfield in the Lancashire League between 1950 and 1968 and captaining them between 1956 and 1963, having previously played for Accrington. In late August 1963 he took five wickets for just one run in 4.7 eight-ball overs against Ramsbottom.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Riley?
English cricketer (1927-2008)
When was Jack Riley born?
Jack Riley was born on 27 April 1927 in Accrington.
When did Jack Riley die?
Jack Riley died on 28 May 2008 in England.
What was Jack Riley's occupation?
Jack Riley was a cricketer.
What nationality was Jack Riley?
Jack Riley was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Riley (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Riley. https://biography.guide/jack-riley-cricketer/
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