| Name | Jacob Drew |
| Date of Birth | 14-01-2006 |
| Age | 20 |
| Nationality | British |
| Player Status | Available |
| Playing Role | Bowling All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Bowling Style | LA Wrist Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Middle Order Bat |
| Entry Route (AUS/NZ/SA) | Working Holiday Visa |
| Major Teams | Suffolk CCC 2nd XI & U18, MCC |
| Honours & Achievements | MCC Probationary Candidate — five-wicket haul and 38 not out in MCC matches; MCC awards for the five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket. Suffolk CCC 2nd XI call-up, July 2026. Leading wicket-taker: Suffolk U18 (2023), Colchester & East Essex CC (2023), Suffolk U16 (2022). 68 wickets in the 2023 season. NECL T20 winners 2023 (highest wicket-taker). Wickets include IPL spinner KC Cariappa. U16 Sportsperson of the Year and 2nd XI Player of the Year, 2022. |
Jacob Drew is a left-arm wrist spinner and left-hand middle-order batter from Essex, England. A rare chinaman bowler, he has specialised in left-arm wrist spin since the age of seven, possessing the ability to turn the ball both ways with a well-disguised googly, an effective arm ball and a developing flipper. His unique skill set, combined with his tactical understanding of spin bowling, makes him a genuine wicket-taking threat in all formats of the game.
Jacob currently plays for Sudbury Cricket Club in the East Anglian Premier League and earned selection for the Suffolk CCC Second XI in July 2026. He is also a Probationary Candidate for MCC Playing Membership, where he has already made a strong impression, claiming a five-wicket haul and scoring an unbeaten 38. His performances have been recognised with MCC awards for both his five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket, reflecting not only his ability but also his professionalism and sportsmanship.
Having competed in three ECB Premier Leagues, Jacob has gained valuable experience against high-quality opposition, representing Sudbury CC in the East Anglian Premier League, Barnt Green CC in the Birmingham & District Premier League during the 2025 season, and Colchester and East Essex CC in the Essex Premier League.
One of Jacob's standout achievements came in 2023, when he claimed 68 wickets across the season, finishing as the leading wicket-taker for both Suffolk Under-18s and Colchester and East Essex CC. His wicket-taking ability has also been demonstrated against elite players, including the dismissal of KC Cariappa, the experienced IPL spinner.
With the bat, Jacob is an aggressive left-hander who plays with positive intent and maintains a high strike rate. His ability to accelerate an innings was highlighted by an unbeaten 30 from just 28 balls against Witham in the East Anglian Premier League in July 2026. He complements his batting and bowling with committed fielding and maintains high physical standards through year-round strength and fitness training.
Jacob has invested heavily in his development, spending five months in Chennai working with renowned spin coach AC Prathiban, personal coach to Indian international and IPL mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy. During this period, he trained alongside IPL and Ranji Trophy cricketers, gaining invaluable experience in demanding professional environments. His batting development is overseen by Kemsley Robb of Essex CCC, further strengthening his all-round game.
Combining a rare bowling style, proven wicket-taking ability, experience across multiple ECB Premier Leagues and a commitment to continual improvement, Jacob is an exciting all-round cricketer with the technical skill, work ethic and competitive mindset to make a significant impact at a high level.
Career Highlights
Left-arm wrist spinner (chinaman) with googly, arm ball and developing flipper
Left-hand middle-order batter
Current player for Sudbury CC (East Anglian Premier League)
Selected for Suffolk CCC Second XI (July 2026)
Probationary Candidate for MCC Playing Membership
MCC award winner for a five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket
Represented clubs in three ECB Premier Leagues
68 wickets in the 2023 season as leading wicket-taker for Suffolk Under-18s and Colchester & East Essex CC
Dismissed IPL spinner KC Cariappa
Trained in Chennai with renowned spin coach AC Prathiban
Batting coached by Kemsley Robb (Essex CCC)
Year-round strength and fitness training
Match footage available on Instagram: @jacob.drew32.
https://sudbury.play-cricket.com/player_stats/bowling/5648637?rule_type_id=179&sub_tab=bowling_summary&tab=bowling
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
| Name | Jacob Drew |
| Date of Birth | 14-01-2006 |
| Age | 20 |
| Nationality | British |
| Playing Role | Bowling All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Player Status | |
| Bowling Style | LA Wrist Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Middle Order Bat |
| Entry Route (AUS/NZ/SA) | Working Holiday Visa |
| Major Teams | Suffolk CCC 2nd XI & U18, MCC |
| Honours & Achievements | MCC Probationary Candidate — five-wicket haul and 38 not out in MCC matches; MCC awards for the five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket. Suffolk CCC 2nd XI call-up, July 2026. Leading wicket-taker: Suffolk U18 (2023), Colchester & East Essex CC (2023), Suffolk U16 (2022). 68 wickets in the 2023 season. NECL T20 winners 2023 (highest wicket-taker). Wickets include IPL spinner KC Cariappa. U16 Sportsperson of the Year and 2nd XI Player of the Year, 2022. |
Jacob Drew is a left-arm wrist spinner and left-hand middle-order batter from Essex, England. A rare chinaman bowler, he has specialised in left-arm wrist spin since the age of seven, possessing the ability to turn the ball both ways with a well-disguised googly, an effective arm ball and a developing flipper. His unique skill set, combined with his tactical understanding of spin bowling, makes him a genuine wicket-taking threat in all formats of the game.
Jacob currently plays for Sudbury Cricket Club in the East Anglian Premier League and earned selection for the Suffolk CCC Second XI in July 2026. He is also a Probationary Candidate for MCC Playing Membership, where he has already made a strong impression, claiming a five-wicket haul and scoring an unbeaten 38. His performances have been recognised with MCC awards for both his five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket, reflecting not only his ability but also his professionalism and sportsmanship.
Having competed in three ECB Premier Leagues, Jacob has gained valuable experience against high-quality opposition, representing Sudbury CC in the East Anglian Premier League, Barnt Green CC in the Birmingham & District Premier League during the 2025 season, and Colchester and East Essex CC in the Essex Premier League.
One of Jacob's standout achievements came in 2023, when he claimed 68 wickets across the season, finishing as the leading wicket-taker for both Suffolk Under-18s and Colchester and East Essex CC. His wicket-taking ability has also been demonstrated against elite players, including the dismissal of KC Cariappa, the experienced IPL spinner.
With the bat, Jacob is an aggressive left-hander who plays with positive intent and maintains a high strike rate. His ability to accelerate an innings was highlighted by an unbeaten 30 from just 28 balls against Witham in the East Anglian Premier League in July 2026. He complements his batting and bowling with committed fielding and maintains high physical standards through year-round strength and fitness training.
Jacob has invested heavily in his development, spending five months in Chennai working with renowned spin coach AC Prathiban, personal coach to Indian international and IPL mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy. During this period, he trained alongside IPL and Ranji Trophy cricketers, gaining invaluable experience in demanding professional environments. His batting development is overseen by Kemsley Robb of Essex CCC, further strengthening his all-round game.
Combining a rare bowling style, proven wicket-taking ability, experience across multiple ECB Premier Leagues and a commitment to continual improvement, Jacob is an exciting all-round cricketer with the technical skill, work ethic and competitive mindset to make a significant impact at a high level.
Career Highlights
Left-arm wrist spinner (chinaman) with googly, arm ball and developing flipper
Left-hand middle-order batter
Current player for Sudbury CC (East Anglian Premier League)
Selected for Suffolk CCC Second XI (July 2026)
Probationary Candidate for MCC Playing Membership
MCC award winner for a five-wicket haul and the Spirit of Cricket
Represented clubs in three ECB Premier Leagues
68 wickets in the 2023 season as leading wicket-taker for Suffolk Under-18s and Colchester & East Essex CC
Dismissed IPL spinner KC Cariappa
Trained in Chennai with renowned spin coach AC Prathiban
Batting coached by Kemsley Robb (Essex CCC)
Year-round strength and fitness training
Match footage available on Instagram: @jacob.drew32.
https://sudbury.play-cricket.com/player_stats/bowling/5648637?rule_type_id=179&sub_tab=bowling_summary&tab=bowling
There are no overseas stats available for this player.