About Walter Yarnold
Lived 1893 – 1978 (aged 84). Walter Yarnold was a British cricketer.
Walter Kennett Yarnold (11 November 1893 – 8 October 1978) was an English cricketer who played for Northamptonshire. He was born in Huntingdon and died in Monaco.
Yarnold made a single first-class appearance, during the 1928 season, against Cambridge UCCE. As wicket-keeper, he scored two runs in the first and one run in the second innings in which he batted, he took one catch. Northamptonshire lost the match by an innings and Yarnold never played for Northamptonshire again.
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Who was Walter Yarnold?
English cricketer (1893-1978)
When was Walter Yarnold born?
Walter Yarnold was born on 11 November 1893.
When did Walter Yarnold die?
Walter Yarnold died on 8 October 1978.
What was Walter Yarnold's occupation?
Walter Yarnold was a cricketer.
What nationality was Walter Yarnold?
Walter Yarnold was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Yarnold. https://biography.guide/walter-yarnold/
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