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William Spicer

1846 – 1892

English cricketer

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Lived 1846 – 1892 (aged 46). William Spicer was a British cricketer.

William Spicer (18 May 1846 – 22 September 1892) was an English cricketer. He was a left-arm roundarm medium-pace bowler who played for Surrey. He was born in Kensington and died in Kennington.

Spicer made a single first-class appearance for the team during the 1870 season, against Yorkshire. Batting in the tailend, Spicer made 2 in the first innings and 14 in the second, and took second-innings bowling figures of 1–17.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Spicer?

English cricketer (1846-1892)

When was William Spicer born?

William Spicer was born on 18 May 1846.

When did William Spicer die?

William Spicer died on 22 September 1892.

What was William Spicer's occupation?

William Spicer was a cricketer.

What nationality was William Spicer?

William Spicer was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Spicer

· Wikidata: Q8018659

· DBpedia: William Spicer (cricketer)

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