About William Bosomworth
Lived 1847 – 1891 (aged 44). William Bosomworth was a British cricketer.
William Edward Bosomworth (8 March 1847 – 7 June 1891) was an English first-class cricketer, who appeared four times for Yorkshire County Cricket Club between 1872 and 1880. A right-handed batsman and right arm fast round arm bowler, he took nine wickets at an average of 15.55, with a best of 2 for 5, and scored 20 runs at 3.33, with a top score of 7. and also assisted Yorkshire United during the 1870s. He once took 3-3 and 4-6 for Melton C.C., when Easingwold C.C. were dismissed for 11 and 17, as the home side won by an innings and 60 runs.
He died in Malton, North Yorkshire in June 1891, at the age of 44.
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Who was William Bosomworth?
English County cricketer (1847-1891)
When was William Bosomworth born?
William Bosomworth was born on 8 March 1847.
When did William Bosomworth die?
William Bosomworth died on 7 June 1891.
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William Bosomworth was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Bosomworth?
William Bosomworth was British.
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