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Arthur Wellard

English cricketer (1902-1980) · United Kingdom · On the map · Athletes · Died at 78

Arthur William Wellard was a cricketer who played for Somerset and England. A late starter in county cricket, having been told by his native county, Kent, that he would be better off taking up a career as a policeman, Wellard played on into his late 40s. He was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1936.

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ClubYears
England cricket team1937-1938
Somerset County Cricket Club1927-1950

Awards

Wisden Cricketer of the Year1936

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1980 · aged 78