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J.T. Tyldesley — Lancashire's Senior Batter of the Edwardian Era

John Thomas Tyldesley — known throughout Lancashire as 'J.T.' to distinguish him from his younger brother Ernest — was the leading professional batter of Edwardian England. Between 1900 and 1909 he scored over 19,000 first-class runs at an average above 40 and represented England in 31 Tests. He combined a back-foot strength against fast bowling with a hooking technique that contemporaries — including Trumper — singled out for praise.