Johnny Tyldesley
English cricketer and test player
Born
Died
1930
96 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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A distinguished cricketer played primarily for Lancashire County Cricket Club. Competed in 20 Test matches for England from 1899 to 1911. Recorded significant achievements including scoring a century against Australia in 1905. Earned recognition as an effective batsman, often played in the middle order, providing stability during crucial innings.
Played for England in 20 Test matches
Scored 2,642 first-class runs
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