About William Ayling
Lived 1766 – 1826 (aged 60). William Ayling was a British cricketer.
William Ayling (30 September 1766 – October 1826) was an English cricketer who played in 22 important matches between 1800 and 1810.
Career Ayling was born in 1766 at Cocking in Sussex, the son of Robert and Mary Ayling. He was a shoemaker and moved to Bromley in Kent in the early years of the 19th century. He played for the Players in the first two Gentlemen v Players matches in 1806 and made one appearance in an important match for Kent against England at Bowman's Lodge in 1806.
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Who was William Ayling?
English cricketer (1766-1826)
When was William Ayling born?
William Ayling was born on 30 September 1766 in Cocking, West Sussex, Sussex.
When did William Ayling die?
William Ayling died on 1 October 1826 in Bromley, Kent.
What was William Ayling's occupation?
William Ayling was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Ayling?
William Ayling was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Ayling. https://biography.guide/william-ayling-cricketer/
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