Harry Walker (cricketer) facts for kids

Harry Walker was a well-known English cricketer from the late 1700s. He played cricket mainly for teams from Surrey. Harry was a left-handed batsman, meaning he hit the ball with his left hand. He played in many important matches, called first-class cricket, from 1786 until 1802. He played in 101 of these matches!

Who Was Harry Walker?

Harry Walker was born in 1760 in a place called Churt. This village is near Frensham in Surrey, England. He was the older brother of another very famous cricketer, Tom Walker. Harry passed away in 1805 in a village called Brook, which is also in Surrey, near Witley.

Playing Cricket: His Career

Harry Walker was known for his skills as a batsman. He played in first-class cricket matches for 16 years. These were the top-level games of his time. Playing in 101 first-class matches shows he was a very active and important player. He was a key part of the Surrey teams he played for.