About William Scott
Lived 1845 – 1899 (aged 53–54). William Scott was a British cricketer.
William Ainslie Scott (c. 1845 – 17 June 1899) was an English cricketer active in 1874 who played for Lancashire. He died in Bolton. He appeared in one first-class match, scoring 14 runs with a highest score of 9.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Scott?
English cricketer, born 1845
When was William Scott born?
William Scott was born in 1845.
When did William Scott die?
William Scott died on 17 June 1899.
What was William Scott's occupation?
William Scott was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Scott?
William Scott was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Scott (cricketer, born 1845)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Scott. https://biography.guide/william-scott-cricketer-1845/
MLA: "William Scott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-scott-cricketer-1845/.
Chicago: "William Scott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-scott-cricketer-1845/.
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