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James Charles Laker (9 February 1922 – 23 April 1986) was an English professional cricketer who played for Surrey County Cricket Club from 1946 to 1959 and represented England in 46 Test matches. He was born in Shipley, West Riding of Yorkshire, and died in Wimbledon, London .
Jim Laker was a legendary off-spinner who took 19 Australian wickets for 90 in a Test match in 1956, a record that may never be broken. He also played for Surrey and England, but struggled against strong batting sides and was often overlooked for selection.
9 de feb. de 2019 · Learn how Jim Laker, the only man to take 19 wickets in a Test match, mastered the art of off-spin bowling with power, variation and angle. Read his tribute, full of fascinating technical insight, published in the 1987 Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack.
8 de feb. de 2016 · Learn about the life and career of Jim Laker, the best off-spinner England ever produced, who achieved the rare feat of taking 19 wickets in a Test match against Australia in 1956. Discover how he overcame his wartime adventures, his struggles with nerves and inexperience, and his partnership with Tony Lock for Surrey.
Jim Laker. LAKER, JAMES CHARLES (JIM), who died at Putney on April 23, 1986, aged 64, will always be remembered for his bowling in the Test match at Old Trafford in 1956, when he took...
12 de ago. de 2005 · Jim Laker took 10 for 88 for Surrey against Australia in a tour match at The Oval in 1956, before his famous 19 for 90 at Old Trafford. Read how he achieved his second ten-wicket haul and how it was overshadowed by his Ashes feat.
31 de jul. de 2023 · How did Jim Laker become the only bowler to take 19 wickets in a Test match in 1956? Read about the 'beach' dustbowl, the stale sandwiches, Marilyn Monroe and more in this historical article.
