About James Foster
Lived 1854 – 1914 (aged 60). James Foster was a British cricketer.
James Bryan Foster (9 March 1854 – 22 November 1914) was an English cricketer. Foster was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm medium pace. He was born at Ramsgate, Kent. His name was also recorded as James Bryan Hone and James Bryan Hone-Foster.
Foster made two first-class appearances for Kent against Derbyshire in 1880 at Mote Park, Maidstone, and Yorkshire in 1881 at Park Avenue, Bradford. He scored a total of 10 runs at an average of 3.33, with a high score of 6.
He died at Stirchley, Warwickshire on 22 November 1914.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Foster?
English cricketer (1854-1914)
When was James Foster born?
James Foster was born on 9 March 1854 in Ramsgate.
When did James Foster die?
James Foster died on 22 November 1914 in Stirchley.
What was James Foster's occupation?
James Foster was a cricketer.
What nationality was James Foster?
James Foster was British.
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· DBpedia: James Foster (cricketer, born 1854)
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