He made his debut for Lancashire in July 1885 against Surrey when he made 10 runs in his only innings and took a catch. Yates was a right-hand batsman and played 135 innings in 92 first-class matches with an average of 13.60 and a top score of 74.
He first appeared for Lancashire in July 1885 against Surrey, scoring 10 runs in his only innings and taking a catch. Yates was a right-handed batsman who participated in 135 innings across 92 first-class matches with an average of 13.60 and a highest score of 74.