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Jim Kelly

Australian cricketer

Died when: 71 years 96 days (855 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

Jim Kelly

James Joseph Kelly (10 May 1867 – 14 August 1938) was a wicket-keeper who played for Australia and New South Wales.He was Australia's first choice Test keeper from 1896 to 1905 and he was named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1903.

He toured England four times (1896, 1899, 1902 and 1905) and was also an able batsman, with a first-class average of 19.94 and a highest score of 108*.

His career came to an end from medical advice, as he was struck above the heart while keeping during a test at Old Trafford in England.


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