Jamie Overton

Cricketer

British Barnstaple, Devon, England

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth10/04/1994
Age32 years
BirthplaceBarnstaple, Devon, England

Latest News about Jamie Overton

10/2025

Jamie Overton recorded a career-best ODI score of 68 during England's tour of New Zealand in October 2025. This performance further highlighted his growing value as an all-rounder in the 50-over format. He was also part of the England squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy.

12/2025

Jamie Overton returned to the Adelaide Strikers for the BBL|15 campaign in the 2025-26 season. He took 12 wickets at an average of 18.41, including a match-winning all-round performance against the Sydney Sixers that earned him Player of the Match honors.

01/2026

Jamie Overton played a key role for England at the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, regularly taking wickets with his raw pace. His performances underscored his status as a dominant T20 all-rounder capable of contributing with both bat and ball.

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Physical Stats & More

Height6' 5" (196 cm)
Eye ColorLavender Grey
Hair ColorDark Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolWest Buckland School, Barnstaple, England

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Playing video games
  • Watching movies
  • Travelling
  • Listening to music

Family

FatherMark Overton (Businessman)
MotherHelen Overton
SiblingsBrother - Craig Overton (Professional cricketer) (Twins)

Career

International Debut
Test23 June 2022 vs New Zealand at Leeds
T2011 September 2024 vs Australia at Southampton
ODI2024 vs West Indies
Jersey Number#75 (England cricket team)
Domestic/State Teams
  • Somerset County Cricket Club
  • Northamptonshire County Cricket Club
  • Surrey County Cricket Club
Others
  • Manchester Originals
  • Adelaide Strikers
  • Gulf Giants
  • Chennai Super Kings
Batting StyleRight hand Bat
Bowling StyleRight arm Fast
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • BBL 13 BKT Golden Arm award (2024)
  • Player of the tournament (The Hundred season 2023)
  • The Hundred Men's MVP Player of the Year awards (2023)
  • Most Improved Player award during the Surrey County Cricket Club End of Season Awards (2022)

Style Quotient

Car Collection2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C220

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Jamie developed a keen interest in cricket after watching the 2005 Ashes series.
2. He and his brother Craig were born just 3 minutes apart.
3. In 2012, Jamie gained attention for his 93 mph bowling during the ICC U-19 World Cup against Australia, claiming 2 wickets.
4. He made his debut for Somerset County Cricket Club in the 2012 Clydesdale Bank 40 tournament.
5. After eight years, he signed a three-year contract with Surrey County Cricket Club in August 2020.
6. Alongside cricket, Jamie enjoys horse riding and playing golf.
7. In August 2020, he scored his maiden first-class century in the Bob Willis Trophy while batting at number 10, making 120 runs off 92 balls, the highest score for that position at Somerset.
8. Jamie was signed by Manchester Originals for the 2022 season of The Hundred.
9. He took 34 wickets for Surrey during their title-winning campaign in 2022.
10. In September 2023, he signed with the Adelaide Strikers for the 2023-24 Big Bash league.
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