R. P. Keigwin

English cricketer and academic

R. P. Keigwin - English cricketer and academic
Born

April 8th, 1883
141 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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