Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 12/07/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | London, England |
Latest News about Jamie Smith
25/01/2025
Smith made his T20 international debut for England against India in Chennai, adding a third international format to his career. The match marked another step in his rapid rise after earlier debuts in ODI and Test cricket.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | James Thomas Smith |
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| School | Whitgift School, South Croydon, England |
| Stage Name | Jamie xx |
| Occupation | Musician, DJ, Record Producer, Remixer |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 2" (188 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Dark Blue |
| Hair Color | Medium Ash Blonde |
Personal Life
| Birthplace Detail | South London |
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| Education | Elliott School, London (studied music with future xx bandmates) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Kate Jukes |
Family
| Father | Lawrence Smith |
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| Mother | Bernadette |
| Children | Noah Edmund Smith |
Career
| International Debut |
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| Jersey Number | #39 (England) | ||||||
| Domestic Teams |
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| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||||
| Main Records | Scored more than 70 in three of his first five Test innings. | ||||||
| Award | Men's Young Player of the Year by the Professional Cricketers' Association (2024) | ||||||
| Band Membership | The xx (indie pop band) | ||||||
| Role in The xx | Producer, Percussionist, Driving Force | ||||||
| Solo Albums |
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| Remix Album | We're New Here (2011) - reimagined Gil Scott-Heron's I'm New Here | ||||||
| Notable Remixes |
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| DJ Venues |
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| Musical Influences | UK club music, dubstep, garage, UK garage, house, jungle, ambient, disco, breaks |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jamie and his father are both dedicated fans of West Ham United football club. | |
| 2. His passion for cricket sparked after watching the 2005 Ashes series, despite his parents’ initial reservations about the sport. | |
| 3. Began his cricket journey early, representing Surrey at the Under-9 level and advancing through the ranks. | |
| 4. Played football for AFC Wimbledon until he was 15 years old. | |
| 5. Made his T20 debut for Surrey against Middlesex at the T20 Blast on 5 July 2018. | |
| 6. Achieved a century on his first-class debut for Surrey against the Marylebone Cricket Club, breaking a long-standing record in county cricket. | |
| 7. Scored his first-class double-century against Gloucestershire in April 2022, remaining not out at 234. | |
| 8. Played key roles in Surrey's title wins in 2022 and 2023. | |
| 9. Set the record for the fastest century in an unofficial test match for England Lions against Sri Lanka A in January 2023. | |
| 10. In his Test debut against West Indies, he scored 70 runs and achieved his maiden Test century against Sri Lanka in August 2024. | |
| 11. Compiled 318 runs in his initial five Test innings, ranking him among the best wicketkeepers in Test history. | |
| 12. Lauded as a ‘generational talent’ by commentator Daniel Norcross. | |
| 13. Awarded a central contract with England due to remarkable performances, valid until the end of 2026. |