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Dual-Sport Legend Peter Squires Dies at 74
23 Jan
Summary
- Peter Squires passed away at the age of 74.
- He earned 29 caps for England rugby union.
- Squires also played 49 first-class cricket matches for Yorkshire.
Tributes have been paid to Peter Squires, a former England rugby union international and Yorkshire cricketer, who has died at the age of 74. During the 1970s, Squires earned 29 caps for England and scored six tries, also touring New Zealand with the Lions in 1977.
In parallel, Squires excelled in cricket, representing Yorkshire in 49 first-class matches as a batsman, maintaining an average of 39.50. He also played at a local level for his hometown clubs, Ripon and Harrogate.
England Rugby and Yorkshire County Cricket Club have offered condolences, with Yorkshire's general manager describing Squires as a mentor and friend. Harrogate Rugby called him a "legend" and "an even better man," while Ripon Rugby will hold a minute's applause in his memory.
