Arthur Carr

English cricketer and captain, famous test matches

Arthur Carr - Athletes & Sports Figures born May 21st, 1893
Born
Died

1963
63 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played cricket for England from 1921 to 1933. Served as captain of the national team. Made significant contributions in Test matches. Played for Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club and had a notable first-class career. Achieved success as a batsman and occasionally bowled, contributing to both batting and bowling statistics. Retired from cricket in the mid-1930s.

Captained the England Test cricket team

Played for Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club

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