Simon Jones

Simon Jones, an MBE recipient and a key figure in England’s historic 2005 Ashes victory, established himself as a prominent right-arm fast bowler in professional cricket. After making his county cricket debut for Glamorgan in August 1998 against Derbyshire, Jones swiftly advanced to international play, making his Test match debut for England at Lord’s against India on July 25, 2002. In that significant match, he showcased his all-round capabilities by scoring 44 runs and taking 4 wickets across two innings, contributing to England’s victory. His early career experienced a setback with a severe anterior cruciate ligament injury during the 2002/2003 Ashes tour in Brisbane, which necessitated an extended period of recovery.

An ankle injury sustained during the fourth Test at Trent Bridge unfortunately curtailed his participation in the 2005 series and effectively concluded his international career. After continuing his professional career with various county clubs, including Worcestershire and Hampshire, and a final return to Glamorgan, Jones announced his retirement from first-class and List A cricket on September 13, 2013. Post-retirement, Jones has transitioned into sharing his expertise, engaging in school cricket coaching and running summer cricket camps. In November 2024, he assumed the role of Disability Cricket Ambassador for Middlesex in the Community, continuing his dedication to the sport.