About William Tomlin
Lived 1866 – 1874 (aged 8). William Tomlin was a British cricketer.
William Tomlin (15 September 1866 – 11 May 1910) was an English cricketer who played first-class cricket for Leicestershire from 1894 to 1899 and as a professional in the Lancashire League.
Cricket career Tomlin made his first-class debut against Essex in May 1894. The right handed batsman highest score of 140 was scored in May 1894 in a match against Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). His right-arm medium pace claimed eight wickets at an average of 43.25.
In April 1892, Tomlin made his first appearance in the Lancashire League as a professional for Accrington. He went on to play in 16 matches and a further five for Colne.
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Who was William Tomlin?
English cricketer (1866-1874)
When was William Tomlin born?
William Tomlin was born on 15 September 1866 in Broughton Astley.
When did William Tomlin die?
William Tomlin died on 27 October 1874 in Leicester.
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William Tomlin was a cricketer.
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William Tomlin was British.
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