Born in Saltaire, Shipley, Yorkshire, England, and at birth was registered as Francis John Whatmuff, Whatmough was a right arm fast round arm bowler, who took five first-class wickets, with a best return of 3 for 58 against Nottinghamshire, at an average of 22.20.
Born in Saltaire, Shipley, Yorkshire, England, and initially documented as Francis John Whatmuff, Whatmough was a talented right-arm fast bowler who showcased his skills in round-arm bowling, taking five first-class wickets with a notable best return of 3 for 58 against Nottinghamshire at an average of 22.20.