About William Openshaw
Lived 1852 – 1915 (aged 63). William Openshaw was a British cricketer and rugby union player.
William Edward Openshaw (5 February 1852 – 7 February 1915) was a rugby union international who represented England from 1879 to 1879.
Life The son of W. Openshaw of Victoria Park, Manchester, he was educated at Harrow School. There he played in the Cricket XI in 1869, leaving in 1870. He became a merchant in Manchester.
Rugby union career Openshaw played his club rugby for Manchester (then known as Manchester Football Club). Openshaw made his international debut on 24 March 1879 at The Oval in the England vs Ireland match in which he was on the winning side.
Cricketing career Openshaw played four first-class cricket matches for Lancashire from 1879 to 1882.
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Who was William Openshaw?
English cricketer and rugby union player (1852-1915)
When was William Openshaw born?
William Openshaw was born on 5 February 1852 in Cape Town.
When did William Openshaw die?
William Openshaw died on 7 February 1915 in Warrington.
What was William Openshaw's occupation?
William Openshaw was a cricketer and rugby union player.
What nationality was William Openshaw?
William Openshaw was British.
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