Davy Jacobs

David Johan Jacobs, known as Davy, born November 4, 1982 (1982-11-04) (age 29) in Klerksdorp, Transvaal, is a South African first-class cricketer for the Warriors, having previously played for the Eagles cricket team. A right-handed batsman, he has made over 3000 first class runs at an average above 40 and a highest score of 218. He is also an outstanding wicket-keeper. He is no relation to Warriors team-mate Arno Jacobs. Played for Northamptonshire County Cricket Club as a substitute overseas player while a professional with Carrickfergus CC in Northern Ireland in 2007. His fantastic performance during the second edition of the 2010 Champions League Twenty20, finishing runners-up to Murali Vijay in the Golden Bat table.

Indian Premier League

He was picked up by the Mumbai Indians, an Indian Premier League franchise in the 2011 IPL Player Auction for $190,000. In his first match versus Delhi Daredevils he has scored just one. His wicketkeeping so far has been excellent. He stood up to Malinga's and Munaf Patel's bowling.

References

• Player profile: Davy Jacobs from ESPNcricinfo

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Name	Jacobs, Davy
Alternative names	Davy
Short description	South African batsman and Wicketkeeper
Date of birth	1982-11-04
Place of birth	Klerksdorp, Transvaal
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