Sunday 28 June 2009

Eye on England: Jaik Mickleburgh


Jaik Mickleburgh. 30/2/1990. Essex CCC

Jaik Mickleburgh was born in the town of Norwich, Norfolk in March 1990. After playing a considerable amount of 2nd XI cricket for Essex, as well as representing England U19's, Jaik made the breakthrough to the first team in August 2008, in a Championship match against Leicestershire, in which he made an impressive 60. Since his debut, he has recorded 3 more half-centuries, with a highest of 72.


Not only is Mickleburgh a very talented batsman, but he is an outstanding athlete in the field and bowls useful medium pace. His performances for Essex, and England U19's has alerted the national selectors to his potential ability, and they will be keeping a close eye on him in the near future. Jaik will be looking to build on this impressive start to his career and keep pushing for a regular place in the Essex first team.

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