About Joe Guy
Lived 1813 – 1873 (aged 59). Joe Guy was a British cricketer.
Joseph Guy (30 July 1813 – 15 April 1873) was an English professional cricketer who played from 1837 to 1854.
A right-handed batsman and occasional wicket-keeper who was mainly associated with Nottinghamshire, he made 149 known appearances. He represented the Players in the Gentlemen v Players series and was an original member of William Clarke's All England Eleven. He also played for Hampshire.
Guy was a great stylist as a batsman and Clarke said of him: "Elegance, all elegance, fit to play before the Queen in her parlour."
Guy scored 3395 runs in his career at 13.41 with a top score of 98 from eight half-centuries. He took 102 catches and completed 14 stumpings.
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Who was Joe Guy?
English cricketer (1813-1873)
When was Joe Guy born?
Joe Guy was born on 30 July 1813 in Nottingham.
When did Joe Guy die?
Joe Guy died on 15 April 1873 in Nottingham.
What was Joe Guy's occupation?
Joe Guy was a cricketer.
What nationality was Joe Guy?
Joe Guy was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Guy (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Guy. https://biography.guide/joe-guy/
MLA: "Joe Guy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-guy/.
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