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Jason Jonathan Roy, born on 21st July 1990 in Durban, South Africa, is a professional English cricketer known for his aggressive style at the top of the batting order. His parents are Craig Roy and Chonell Roy, and he has a brother named Kristan Roy. Although South African by birth, Roy moved to England with his family at the age of 10.
He attended Whitgift School in South London, a well-known institution that has produced several accomplished cricketers. While studying A-levels in Sports Science and Business, Roy chose to forgo a university opportunity at St Mary's University College in favor of pursuing a career in cricket.
Roy began his cricketing development with Surrey County Cricket Club, representing the team at both under-11 and under-19 levels. He was also a part of the Pemberton Greenish Surrey Academy, where he further honed his skills. His performances at youth level, especially a standout showing against South Africa in an under-19 match, helped pave his way into the senior squads.
He made notable contributions for the Surrey second XI, including strong performances against teams such as Hampshire. In 2008, Roy was in top form and produced several consistent innings, demonstrating his potential as a future prospect for English cricket. That year marked his first-class debut for Surrey.
In 2008, Roy earned a scholarship to attend the Darren Lehmann Cricket Academy in Adelaide, Australia. During this stint, he played club cricket for the Port Adelaide Cricket Club, where he gained valuable overseas experience. His performances in 2009 showed further signs of maturity, but it was in 2011 that he truly began to stand out by playing three consecutive match-winning innings against Essex, Sussex, and Durham.
Despite these successes, Roy experienced an inconsistent 2011 season, alternating between Surrey’s A team and second XI. However, his commitment remained intact, and he continued to refine his game during this phase.
Roy made his T20 International debut for England against India on 7th September 2014, followed by his One Day International debut against Ireland on 8th May 2015. With a right-handed batting style and a reputation as a swashbuckling opener, he quickly established himself in England’s limited-overs squads.
He was selected for multiple international series in 2015, including tours against New Zealand and Australia. While England didn't always perform strongly as a unit, Roy stood out as a consistent contributor at the top of the order. He continued to impress during the 2015-16 tours of Pakistan and South Africa, solidifying his place in the national team.
In 2016, Roy was selected for England’s squad in the ICC T-20 World Cup. Although his tournament began with a low score, he rebounded quickly, showing composure and form in subsequent matches. His performance played a key role in England’s deep run in the competition.
That same year, Roy had an excellent series against Sri Lanka, contributing significant runs and helping to secure victories. He was also impactful during England’s tour to Bangladesh later in 2016, playing a crucial role in their series win.
Roy expanded his T20 experience by playing in Australia’s Big Bash League. He debuted for Sydney Thunder in the 2015 season and subsequently played for Sydney Sixers during the 2016–17 campaign. These stints helped enhance his credentials as a globally sought-after short-format player.
While official figures are not publicly confirmed, estimates suggest Jason Roy's net worth to be around $1 million USD, derived from match fees, club contracts, and endorsements.
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