R. P. Keigwin
English cricketer and academic
Born
April 8th, 1883
142 years ago
Died
1972
53 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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An accomplished cricketer and scholar, participated in first-class cricket primarily for Cambridge University and the Essex County Cricket Club. Also served as a prominent figure in cricket academia, contributing to the development of cricketing knowledge and education. In addition to playing, engaged in educational and training efforts related to the sport.
Played first-class cricket for Essex
Represented Cambridge University in cricket
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