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Herbie Hewett

Amateur cricketer and lawyer (1864-1921) · Athletes · Died at 56

Herbert Tremenheere Hewett was an English amateur cricketer who played for Somerset, captaining the county from 1889 to 1893, as well as Oxford University and the Marylebone Cricket Club. A battling left-handed opening batsman, Hewett could post a large score in a short time against even the best bowlers.

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Career 3

ClubYears
Marylebone Cricket Club1888-1896
Oxford University Cricket Club1886-1887
Somerset County Cricket Club1884-1893

Awards

Wisden Cricketer of the Year1893

About this person

Capable of hitting the ball powerfully, he combined an excellent eye with an unorthodox style to be regarded at his peak as one of England's finest batsmen.

Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1864 to 1921 · aged 56