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Richard Bell

1874 – 1953

English cricketer

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Lived 1874 – 1953 (aged 79). Richard Bell was a British military personnel and cricketer.

Richard Moore Bell (1 January 1874 – 10 June 1953) was an English first-class cricketer.

Bell was born at Wigton on New Year's Day in 1874. When he was a child, his family moved to Australia, where he attended the Melbourne Grammar School, before returning to England where he attended The Leys School. He made his debut in first-class cricket for London County against Ireland at Crystal Palace in 1902. He played for London County until 1904, making eight appearances. He made two first-class appearances for the Gentlemen of England against Oxford University in 1905, before playing for the Gentlemen of England against Surrey in 1906. These figures, one of two first-class five wicket hauls he took, came on debut against Ireland. He toured Egypt with the Marylebone Cricket Club in 1909, led by Lord Brackley. Bell died at Brighton in June 1953.

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The Leys School
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Richard Moore Bell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Richard Bell?

English cricketer (1874-1953)

When was Richard Bell born?

Richard Bell was born on 1 January 1874 in Wigton.

When did Richard Bell die?

Richard Bell died on 10 June 1953 in Brighton.

What was Richard Bell's occupation?

Richard Bell was a military personnel and cricketer.

What nationality was Richard Bell?

Richard Bell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Bell

· Wikidata: Q66012424

· DBpedia: Richard Bell (cricketer)

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