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John Borrer

d. 1854

Cricketer

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About John Borrer

John Borrer was a British cricketer.

John Hamlin Borrer (date of birth unknown – 1854) was an English cricketer. Borrer's batting style is unknown. Though his date of birth is unknown, it is known he was christened at Henfield, Sussex on 2 March 1817.

While studying at the University of Oxford, Borrer made his first-class debut for Oxford University against the Marylebone Cricket Club in 1837. The following season he played a second first-class match for Oxford University against the same opposition, with both matches coming at Lord's. In that same year he made a single first-class appearance for Sussex against Kent at the Old County Ground, West Malling. Borrer later made a first-class appearance for Petworth against the Marylebone Cricket Club at Lord's in 1845.

He died at the village of his christening sometime in 1854. He was the nephew of the botanist William Borrer.

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Important facts

Born
Henfield
Died
1854, Henfield, Sussex
Occupation
Education
Brasenose College
Also known as
John Hamlin Borrer

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Borrer?

cricketer

When was John Borrer born?

John Borrer was born in Henfield.

When did John Borrer die?

John Borrer died in 1854 in Henfield, Sussex.

What was John Borrer's occupation?

John Borrer was a cricketer.

What nationality was John Borrer?

John Borrer was British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: John Borrer

Β· Wikidata: Q6222496

Β· DBpedia: John Borrer

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