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John Holroyd

1907 – 1975

British cricketer

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Lived 1907 – 1975 (aged 68). John Holroyd was a British cricketer.

John Holroyd (15 April 1907 – 15 September 1975) was an English cricketer active from 1925 to 1935 who played for Lancashire. He was born in Oldham and died in St Bees, Cumberland. He appeared in eleven first-class matches as a lefthanded batsman who bowled slow left arm orthodox. He scored 33 runs with a highest score of 18* and held two catches. He took 23 wickets with a best analysis of five for 47.

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Who was John Holroyd?

British cricketer (1907-1975)

When was John Holroyd born?

John Holroyd was born on 15 April 1907.

When did John Holroyd die?

John Holroyd died on 15 September 1975.

What was John Holroyd's occupation?

John Holroyd was a cricketer.

What nationality was John Holroyd?

John Holroyd was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Holroyd

· Wikidata: Q18811204

· DBpedia: John Holroyd (cricketer)

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