Tom Emmett

Cricketer

Birthday September 3, 1841

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jun 29, 1904 (62)

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About

Fast left-arm bowler who played for England from 1877-1882, and was considered one of the premier cricketers of his era.

Before Fame

He made his professional debut in 1866 for Yorkshire.

Trivia

He participated in the first-ever test match, on March 15, 1877, against Australia.

Family Life

He was married to Grace Emmett, and had six children with her.

Associated With

Following the 1899 death of Ned Gregory, he became the oldest living test cricketer.