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Man, 75, achieves lifelong dream of playing rugby and cricket at this famous ground

The 75-year-old was the only player over 70 on the pitch, and Masters Rugby League’s modified rules let older players compete safely.

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A 75-year-old has completed a sporting double that many lifelong Yorkshire sports fans could only dream of: playing both cricket and rugby league at…

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Dave’s Headingley double proves you’re never too old

AT the age of 75, Ilkley & District u3a member Dave Elliott, has completed a sporting double that many lifelong Yorkshire sports fans could only…

·Ilkley, United Kingdom
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Man, 75, achieves lifelong dream of playing rugby and cricket at this famous ground

A 75-year-old has completed a sporting double that many lifelong Yorkshire sports fans could only dream of: playing both cricket and rugby league at…

·Bradford, United Kingdom
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Telegraph & Argus broke the news in Bradford, United Kingdom on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
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