Eddie Paynter
English cricketer and Test player
Born
Died
1979
47 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played cricket for Lancashire and represented England in Test matches. Made debut for England in 1923 and was part of the team that won the Ashes series in 1934. Achieved notable success as a batsman, scoring over 1,600 runs in Test cricket. Known for exemplary performances against Australia and significant contributions to the game during the 1920s and 1930s.
Scored over 1,600 runs in Test matches
Part of England's Ashes-winning team in 1934
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