Edmund Waller (cricketer) facts for kids

Edmund Waller (born December 7, 1838 – died February 6, 1871) was an English man who played cricket at a high level. He was also an officer in the British Army.

Who Was Edmund Waller?

Edmund Waller was born in December 1838. His birthplace was Bishop's Tachbrook in Warwickshire, England. His father, Ernest Adolphus Waller, was a reverend in the Church of England.

School Days and Cricket

Edmund went to school at Marlborough College. While there, he was a very good cricketer. He even became the captain of his college cricket team. This shows he was a skilled player and a leader.

Serving in the Army

After finishing school, Edmund joined the British Army. He started as an ensign, which is a very junior officer rank. He joined the 7th Royal Fusiliers regiment.

In July 1858, he was promoted to lieutenant. This is a higher officer rank. Later, in May 1866, he became a captain. This shows he moved up through the army ranks.

His Cricket Career

Edmund Waller played in only one first-class cricket match. This is the highest level of cricket played at the time. He played for a team called the Gentlemen of Kent. Their opponents were the Gentlemen of Marylebone Cricket Club.

The match took place in 1865 at St Lawrence Ground in Canterbury. Edmund batted twice in the game. In the first innings, he scored 16 runs. In the second innings, he scored 6 runs. Both times, he was bowled out by a player named Henry Arkwright.

Later Life and Death

Edmund Waller passed away on February 6, 1871. He was in Pimlico, London, at a place called Eaton Square. He was 32 years old when he died.