About James Powell
Lived 1899 – 1973 (aged 73). James Powell was a British cricketer.
James Alfred Powell (5 May 1899 – 8 March 1973) was an English first-class cricketer active 1926–44 who played for Middlesex and Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). He was born in Bloomsbury; died in Kensington. A member of the Lord's groundstaff he took 7/81 against Kent on his maiden first class appearance. It was reported that he "varied his slow leg breaks with marked skill, and varied his length with excellent judgement." In 32 first class games between 1926 and 1932 he took 72 wickets at an average of 27.92. His best bowling figures were 8/72.
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Who was James Powell?
British cricketer (1899-1973)
When was James Powell born?
James Powell was born on 5 May 1899.
When did James Powell die?
James Powell died on 8 March 1973.
What was James Powell's occupation?
James Powell was a cricketer.
What nationality was James Powell?
James Powell was British.
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· DBpedia: James Powell (cricketer, born 1899)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Powell. https://biography.guide/james-powell-cricketer-1899/
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