Frederick Labatt facts for kids
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| Born | 1861 Moneymore, Ireland |
| Died | 1 August 1947 (aged 85–86) Christchurch, New Zealand |
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Source: Cricinfo, 17 October 2020
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Frederick Labatt was a New Zealand cricketer who lived from 1861 to 1947. He was born in Moneymore, Ireland, and later moved to New Zealand. He is remembered for playing one special cricket match, known as a first-class match, for the Canterbury team during the 1891/92 cricket season.
Who Was Frederick Labatt?
Frederick Labatt was a sportsman from New Zealand. He was born in Ireland in 1861. Later in his life, he moved to New Zealand. He passed away in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 1947.
His Cricket Journey
Frederick Labatt played cricket, a popular sport around the world. He was part of the Canterbury cricket team. This team represents the Canterbury region in New Zealand. He played in one important game for them.
What is First-Class Cricket?
First-class cricket is a very high level of the game. It involves teams playing matches that can last for several days. These games are official and are recorded in cricket history. Playing in a first-class match is a big achievement for a cricketer. Frederick Labatt's single match for Canterbury in 1891/92 was one of these special games.
