About John Watson
Lived 1828 – 1920 (aged 92). John Watson was an Australian cricketer.
John Watson (29 March 1828 – 26 June 1920) was an Australian cricketer who played for Tasmania. He was born in Sorell and died in Scottsdale.
Watson made a single first-class appearance for the side, during the 1851–52 season, against Victoria. From the opening order, he scored a duck in each innings in which he batted.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Watson?
former Australian cricketer who played for Tasmania (1828-1920)
When was John Watson born?
John Watson was born on 29 March 1828 in Sorell.
When did John Watson die?
John Watson died on 26 June 1920 in Scottsdale.
What was John Watson's occupation?
John Watson was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Watson?
John Watson was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Watson (cricketer, born 1828)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Watson. https://biography.guide/john-watson-cricketer/
MLA: "John Watson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-watson-cricketer/.
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