Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Barmy Army Honours Cricketer David Lawrence at Headingley
David "Syd" Lawrence, a former England cricketer, has died.
He was the first Black cricketer born in Britain to play for England.
Lawrence, who was 61, had motor neurone disease, a condition that damages the nerves.
The Barmy Army, a group of cricket fans, honored him at a recent match.
Lawrence was known for his fast bowling and also played for Gloucestershire.
He was also the first Black president of Gloucestershire County Cricket Club.
David "Syd" Lawrence, former England cricketer, passed away at 61 due to motor neurone disease.
The Barmy Army paid tribute to Lawrence during the India vs. England Test match at Headingley.
Lawrence was the first British-born Black cricketer to play for England.
He played five Test matches for England and took 18 wickets.
Lawrence made 280 appearances for Gloucestershire and claimed 625 wickets.
- Who
- David "Syd" Lawrence, England cricketer.
- What
- David "Syd" Lawrence, former England cricketer, passed away due to motor neurone disease.
- When
- June 22, 2025.
- Where
- Headingley, Leeds.
- Why
- Due to motor neurone disease (MND).
- Deceased
- David "Syd" Lawrence
- Age at Death
- 61
- Cause of Death
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Played For
- England, Gloucestershire
- Test Wickets
- 18
- Gloucestershire Matches
- 280
- Gloucestershire Wickets
- 625
Sources
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