About James Mayall
Lived 1856 – 1916 (aged 60). James Mayall was a British cricketer.
James Mayall (8 January 1856 – 13 September 1916) was an English cricketer. He was a wicket-keeper who played for Lancashire. He was born and died in Oldham, Lancashire.
Mayall made his only first-class appearance against Gloucestershire in 1885. A tailend batsman, he was bowled out for a duck in the only innings in which he batted. He made one catch and two stumpings.
Mayall also played for several Oldham teams in miscellaneous matches between 1878 and 1886.
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Who was James Mayall?
English cricketer (1856-1916)
When was James Mayall born?
James Mayall was born on 8 January 1856.
When did James Mayall die?
James Mayall died on 13 September 1916.
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James Mayall was a cricketer.
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James Mayall was British.
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