About William Potter
Lived 1847 – 1920 (aged 72). William Potter was a British cricketer.
William Henry Potter (20 August 1847 – 10 April 1920) was an English cricketer active in 1870 who played for Lancashire. He was born in Gufsey, India, and died in Borehamwood. He appeared in one first-class match, scoring 23 runs with a highest score of 12.
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Who was William Potter?
British cricketer (1847-1920)
When was William Potter born?
William Potter was born on 20 August 1847.
When did William Potter die?
William Potter died on 10 April 1920.
What was William Potter's occupation?
William Potter was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Potter?
William Potter was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Potter (cricketer, born 1847)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Potter. https://biography.guide/william-potter-cricketer/
MLA: "William Potter." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-potter-cricketer/.
Chicago: "William Potter." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-potter-cricketer/.
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