About John Smith
Lived 1843 – 1873 (aged 29). John Smith was a British cricketer.
John Smith (born 20 November 1843 – 15 April 1873) was an English cricketer with professional status. He was associated with Cambridge Town Club and represented both the North in North v South fixtures and the Players in Gentlemen v Players fixtures. Smith was a right-handed batsman who is recorded in 75 matches from 1863 to 1872, totalling 2,274 runs with a highest score of 97, one of six half-centuries, and holding 33 catches. His brother, George, was also a cricketer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Smith?
Cambridgeshire cricketer (1843-1873)
When was John Smith born?
John Smith was born on 20 November 1843 in Cambridge.
When did John Smith die?
John Smith died on 15 April 1873 in Bow.
What was John Smith's occupation?
John Smith was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Smith?
John Smith was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Smith (cricketer, born 1843)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Smith. https://biography.guide/john-smith-cricketer-1843/
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