James Powell (cricketer, born 1792)

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James Powell (3 April 1792 5 May 1870) was an English professional cricketer who played first-class cricket from 1818 to 1822. He was born at Eton, Buckinghamshire.

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Mainly associated with Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), he made 8 known appearances in first-class matches. [1] He played for the Players in the Gentlemen v Players series. he died at Eton.

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  1. CricketArchive. Retrieved on 18 November 2008.

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