William Attewell

Cricketer and Umpire in England

William Attewell - Cricketer and Umpire in England
Born

June 12th, 1861
164 years ago

Died

June 11th, 1927
98 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played cricket for Nottinghamshire and represented England in international matches. Served as an umpire in first-class cricket, contributing to the sport beyond his playing career. His involvement in cricket spanned several years, showcasing talent both on and off the field. Attewell was part of the Nottinghamshire team that competed in various county championships during the late 19th century.

Represented England in international cricket

Umpired in first-class cricket matches

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