Born on 21 November 1998 in Chertsey, United Kingdom, William George Jacks has established himself as a versatile all‑rounder for England across all formats. He bats right‑handed, bowls off‑spin and features for Surrey County Cricket Club in domestic competitions, while also representing the Hobart Hurricanes in the Australian T20 league.

Jacks broke into the senior England set‑up in 2022 and has since featured in Tests, ODIs and T20Is. His domestic résumé includes championship titles with Surrey and standout performances in The Hundred and the Indian Premier League.

Will Jacks: quick facts

  • Born: 21 November 1998, Chertsey
  • Team: England
  • Teams: Surrey County Cricket Club, Hobart Hurricanes

Will Jacks’ early life

Will Jacks grew up in Chertsey and progressed through England's youth pathways, earning a place in the national Under‑19 squad for the 2018 World Cup. He participated in all six matches of that tournament and captained the side in its final game, gaining early experience of international competition.

Will Jacks’ domestic career

Jacks entered the senior domestic scene in 2018, making his List A debut for Surrey on 18 May against Somerset in the Royal London One‑Day Cup. In only his third one‑day match he produced a match‑winning 121 against Gloucestershire. His first‑class debut followed on 20 June 2018 during the County Championship, and he appeared in the T20 Blast for Surrey on 5 July 2018.

He contributed to Surrey's County Championship triumph in 2018 and again in 2022. A pre‑season T10 encounter saw him hit a century off just 25 balls, a feat claimed to be the quickest hundred recorded on a professional ground. In June 2021 he registered England's third‑quickest T20 fifty, reaching the milestone in 15 balls as Surrey defeated Middlesex.

The Hundred provided another platform for his explosive batting. After being selected by the Oval Invincibles for the 2022 edition, he posted the competition's highest individual score – 108 runs from 48 balls – in August 2022. He remained with the Invincibles for the 2023 season, helping the side secure the title that year.

Will Jacks’ franchise and league career

Beyond England, Jacks has featured for the Hobart Hurricanes in Australia's Big Bash League. In the Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore secured his services in December 2022. An injury delayed his debut until the following season, when he first played on 11 April against Mumbai Indians.

During the 2023 IPL campaign, Jacks produced an unbeaten 41‑ball century versus Gujarat Titans, comprising five fours and ten sixes. The innings ranked as the fifth‑fastest hundred in IPL history, underscoring his capacity for rapid scoring in high‑pressure environments.

Will Jacks’ international career

Jacks entered England's senior plans in 2020, being named in a large training group ahead of the post‑pandemic schedule. He earned his first T20 International cap on 23 September 2022 against Pakistan, and later that month made his Test debut versus the same opposition on 1 December 2022.

His One Day International debut arrived on 1 March 2023 against Bangladesh, after being called up as an injury replacement. Subsequent selections saw him feature in series against England and Ireland, and he was included in England's squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup. He also participated in the 2025‑26 Ashes series in Australia and was named in the 15‑man squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup.

During the most recent international window (December 2025 to October 2026), Jacks played four Tests, scoring 145 runs across seven innings with a top score of 47 and claiming six wickets, best figures 2/105. In ODIs he appeared in four matches, making 128 runs with a highest of 66 and taking two wickets, best 1/18. His all‑round contributions earned Player of the Match awards against Nepal, Italy, Sri Lanka and New Zealand, making him the second player after Shane Watson to collect four such honours in a single tournament.

Will Jacks’ playing style

A right‑handed batsman, Jacks is known for his aggressive approach, often targeting high strike rates and employing powerful hitting across formats. His off‑spin bowling adds a useful secondary skill, allowing him to provide breakthroughs in the middle overs. The combination of hard‑hitting batting and useful spin makes him a genuine all‑rounder for both club and country.

Will Jacks’ records and achievements

Jacks' career includes several rapid‑scoring milestones: a 25‑ball century in a T10 match, the third‑fastest T20 fifty in English cricket achieved in 15 balls, and the highest individual score in The Hundred (108 off 48 balls). He also recorded a 41‑ball IPL century, the fifth‑quickest in that competition's history.

His contributions have helped Surrey claim County Championship titles in 2018 and 2022, while his performances for the Oval Invincibles secured back‑to‑back Hundred championships in 2022 and 2023. Internationally, his four Player of the Match awards in a single T20 World Cup edition highlight his impact on the global stage.

Will Jacks in internationals, last 12 months

  • Test: 4 matches, 145 runs in 7 innings (highest 47), 6 wickets (best 2/105)
  • ODI: 4 matches, 128 runs in 4 innings (highest 66), 2 wickets (best 1/18)

Will Jacks: frequently asked questions

When was Will Jacks born?

Will Jacks was born on 21 November 1998 in Chertsey.

Where is Will Jacks from?

Will Jacks was born in Chertsey, United Kingdom.

Which teams has Will Jacks played for?

Will Jacks plays international cricket for England. Will Jacks’s other teams include Surrey County Cricket Club and Hobart Hurricanes.

What are Will Jacks’s international stats in the last 12 months?

From December 2025 to October 2026, Will Jacks played Test: 4 matches, 145 runs in 7 innings (highest 47), 6 wickets (best 2/105); ODI: 4 matches, 128 runs in 4 innings (highest 66), 2 wickets (best 1/18).