Walter Robins
English cricketer and footballer
Born
Died
1968
57 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Played professional cricket and football during the early 20th century. Achieved recognition as a cricketer with several appearances for Sussex between 1927 and 1938. In football, played as a forward for various clubs including Portsmouth and Brighton & Hove Albion, contributing to their successes in the Football League.
Played first-class cricket for Sussex
Played for Portsmouth and Brighton & Hove Albion
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