About Richard Boys
Lived 1849 – 1896 (aged 46). Richard Boys was a British cricketer.
Richard Boys (17 June 1849 – 4 January 1896) was an English cricketer active in 1877 who played for Lancashire. He was born in Aberdour, Fife and died in Burnley. He appeared in one first-class match as a righthanded batsman, scoring 13 runs with a highest score of 10, and held two catches.
Boys operated a hatter's and hosier's shop. He and his wife were among three killed in a building collapse in 1896.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Richard Boys?
British cricketer (1849-1896)
When was Richard Boys born?
Richard Boys was born on 17 June 1849.
When did Richard Boys die?
Richard Boys died on 4 January 1896.
What was Richard Boys's occupation?
Richard Boys was a cricketer.
What nationality was Richard Boys?
Richard Boys was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Richard Boys (cricketer)
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