About William Tennent
Lived 1845 – 1883 (aged 37). William Tennent was a British cricketer.
William Middleton Tennent (6 October 1845 – 5 July 1883) was an English athlete and cricketer who played for Lancashire County Cricket Club.
Biography He was born in Hobart and died in Hastings. He appeared in one first-class match during 1867, scoring three runs for Lancashire CCC.
Tennent was a significant athlete, becoming the British 100 yards champion and British 120 yards hurdles champion in 1868, after winning two AAC Championships title at the 1868 AAC Championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Tennent?
British cricketer (1845-1883)
When was William Tennent born?
William Tennent was born on 6 October 1845.
When did William Tennent die?
William Tennent died on 5 July 1883.
What was William Tennent's occupation?
William Tennent was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Tennent?
William Tennent was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Tennent (sportsman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Tennent. https://biography.guide/william-tennent-cricketer/
MLA: "William Tennent." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-tennent-cricketer/.
Chicago: "William Tennent." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-tennent-cricketer/.
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