About Robert Barnes
Lived 1911 – 1987 (aged 75). Robert Barnes was a British cricketer and rugby union player.
Robert James Barnes (25 March 1911 – 12 March 1987) was an Irish cricketer and Rugby Union player.
He made his debut for Ireland against the MCC in August 1928 and went on to represent his country on 14 occasions, his last coming in July 1949 against Yorkshire. Eight of those games had first-class status.
He played just once for the Ireland national rugby union team, against Wales in the 1933 Home Nations Championship, scoring one try.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Barnes?
Irish rugby union player (1911-1987)
When was Robert Barnes born?
Robert Barnes was born on 25 March 1911.
When did Robert Barnes die?
Robert Barnes died on 12 March 1987.
What was Robert Barnes's occupation?
Robert Barnes was a cricketer and rugby union player.
What nationality was Robert Barnes?
Robert Barnes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Barnes (sportsman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Barnes. https://biography.guide/robert-barnes-cricketer/
MLA: "Robert Barnes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-barnes-cricketer/.
Chicago: "Robert Barnes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-barnes-cricketer/.
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