Jason Jonathan Roy was born on July 21, 1990, in Durban, South Africa, before moving to England. He is a right-handed opening batsman known for his aggressive batting style and ability to dominate bowling attacks from the outset. Roy has been a key player for the England national cricket team in limited-overs cricket, playing pivotal roles in England’s white-ball squads, including their triumphant 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign. In addition to his international career, Roy has made significant contributions in various domestic T20 leagues around the world, including the Indian Premier League (IPL), Big Bash League (BBL), and the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Biography
Jason Roy’s cricket journey began after moving to England from South Africa at a young age. He developed his game in Surrey’s youth cricket system, making a name for himself in the county circuit. Roy made his debut for the Surrey senior team in 2008 and quickly established himself as a destructive batsman in limited-overs cricket.
Roy’s international debut for England came in a T20I against India in 2014. However, it was in the ODI format that he truly made his mark, becoming an integral part of England’s aggressive batting lineup. His ability to score fast and set up big totals has been a key factor in England’s success in white-ball cricket, including their memorable run in the 2019 World Cup.
Sporting Achievements
- International Cricket: Roy has been instrumental in England’s white-ball setup, scoring numerous half-centuries and centuries in ODIs and T20Is. His opening partnerships have provided England with solid foundations in many matches, including crucial World Cup games.
- 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup: Roy played a significant role in England’s World Cup-winning campaign, contributing several key innings that helped England secure their first-ever 50-over World Cup title.
- Domestic T20 Leagues: In the IPL, Roy has played for teams such as the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Gujarat Lions, showcasing his ability to perform against top international bowlers. He has also been a standout player in the BBL and PSL, further cementing his reputation as a top T20 batsman.
- Records and Milestones: Roy holds several records, including being part of England’s highest-ever ODI partnership, alongside Alex Hales, against Sri Lanka in 2016.
Jason Roy’s aggressive batting at the top of the order has made him one of the most exciting white-ball openers in the world. His contributions to England’s limited-overs cricket and performances in domestic T20 leagues around the globe highlight his ability to change games with his explosive batting.
Player Stats
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 5 | 10 | 0 | 187 | 72 | 18.70 | 318 | 58.80 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| ODIs | 116 | 110 | 3 | 4271 | 180 | 39.91 | 4047 | 105.53 | 12 | 21 | 511 | 81 | 46 | 0 |
| T20Is | 64 | 64 | 1 | 1522 | 78 | 24.15 | 1106 | 137.61 | 0 | 8 | 153 | 69 | 19 | 0 |
| FC | 87 | 144 | 11 | 4850 | 143 | 36.46 | 6006 | 80.75 | 9 | 23 | 646 | 73 | 75 | 0 |
| List A | 211 | 200 | 9 | 7252 | 180 | 37.96 | 6857 | 105.76 | 19 | 36 | 878 | 130 | 84 | 0 |
| T20s | 350 | 344 | 15 | 9072 | 145* | 27.57 | 6387 | 142.03 | 6 | 59 | 1009 | 337 | 159 | 0 |
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| ODIs | 116 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| T20Is | 64 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| FC | 87 | 25 | 712 | 495 | 14 | 3/9 | 4/47 | 35.35 | 4.17 | 50.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 211 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 0 | – | – | – | 12.00 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 350 | 2 | 18 | 39 | 1 | 1/23 | 1/23 | 39.00 | 13.00 | 18.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |