Jeavor Royal is a 27‑year‑old Jamaican slow left‑arm orthodox bowler who has played for the West Indies U‑19s, Jamaica, and St Lucia Kings in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He is primarily a bowler but has also contributed handy runs in domestic cricket.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Jeavor Royal
- Born: 2 December 1998, Jamaica
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Slow left‑arm orthodox
- Role: Bowler
- Domestic Teams: Jamaica, West Indies U‑19s, West Indies B
- Franchise Teams: St Lucia Kings (CPL), Jamaica Tallawahs (CPL)
Career Highlights
- List A Debut: February 2017 for West Indies U‑19s in the Regional Super50.
- U‑19 World Cup: Selected in the West Indies squad for the 2018 ICC U‑19 World Cup.
- T20 Debut: September 2019 for St Lucia Zouks in CPL.
- CPL Stints: Played for St Lucia Kings and Jamaica Tallawahs between 2019–2023.
- Domestic Impact: Known for disciplined left‑arm spin and occasional lower‑order batting contributions.
Jeavor Royal Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowl Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 7 | 285 | 21.92 | 46 | 15 | 3/113 | 48.66 |
| List A | 33 | 450 | 25.00 | 124 | 35 | 4/29 | 31.22 |
| T20s | 23 | 26 | 6.50 | 12* | 19 | 3/19 | 22.47 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Slow left‑arm orthodox, effective in middle overs, economical in T20s.
- Batting: Lower‑order right‑hander, occasional useful knocks (highest List A score 124).
- Temperament: Calm, hardworking, known for his dancing wicket celebrations.
- Utility: Specialist spinner, adds depth to CPL squads and Jamaica’s domestic side.
Conclusion
Jeavor Royal’s career reflects the steady rise of a Jamaican spinner through youth cricket into franchise leagues. While not yet capped for the senior West Indies team, his CPL and domestic performances underline his potential as a reliable slow left‑arm option.
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