William Denison (cricketer)

William Denison (13 January 1801 – 9 March 1856) was involved with English cricket in the mid-19th century as a journalist, writer, administrator, and player.

A "distinguished rower" in his youth,[1] Denison was a member of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), for which he appeared in several important matches.

[a] He was apparently the first player brave enough to bowl slow roundarm deliveries in important matches, for which he acquired the nickname "Stick 'em up" Denison.

Between 1844 and 1847 he produced an annual publication called The Cricketer's Companion, which provided a summary of the previous season's play.

[7] Denison died near Blackheath in London on 9 December 1856, it being noted in the press that he would be "[r]emembered in life for his many amiable and excellent qualities, which endeared him to a large circle of friends".