Jamie Smith Hits 180 for England in Historic Innings*

Old Whitgiftian Jamie Smith delivered a masterclass at Edgbaston, scoring a stunning 180 not out in England’s latest Test match. Walking out to bat on a hat-trick, Jamie’s calm and confident approach turned the game, with his trademark upturned collar drawing comparisons to football icon Eric Cantona in a glowing Daily Telegraph feature.

Titled “Jamie Smith is cricket’s Cantona and the future of English batting”, the article praises his composure under pressure and ability to seize the moment. From his very first ball, Jamie set the tone for a knock described as “a performance nobody at Edgbaston will ever forget.” Read the full feature in The Telegraph here.

Jamie, who captained Whitgift’s 1st XI in 2018, has long been recognised for his talent and leadership on the field. His remarkable innings is yet another milestone in a career that continues to inspire the Whitgift community and young cricketers nationwide.

Congratulations to Jamie on this extraordinary achievement—we look forward to seeing what he does next in England colours.