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Cricket-Former England captain Smith dies at 92

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Posted on May 18, 2026

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Former England Captain Mike Smith Passes Away at Age 92

Life and Career of MJK Smith

Announcement of Passing

May 18 (Reuters) - Former England captain Mike Smith, known by his initials "MJK", has died at the age of 92, Warwickshire County Cricket Club said on Monday.

Cricket Career Highlights

England Debut and Captaincy

The right-hand batsman made his debut for England in 1958 and played 50 tests, captaining the side in 25 of them. 

Tribute from Warwickshire County Cricket Club

"Warwickshire County Cricket Club are saddened to learn of the passing of Bears' legend MJK Smith at the age of 92," the club said in a statement on social media.

First-Class Records

Smith scored 39,832 first-class runs in 637 matches, the 18th-highest total of all time.

Other Sporting Achievements

Rugby Union Cap

Smith, who also won an England rugby union cap in 1964, was an ICC match referee from 1991 to 1996.

ICC Match Referee Tenure

Smith, who also won an England rugby union cap in 1964, was an ICC match referee from 1991 to 1996.

(Reporting by Paras J. Haji in Bengaluru, editing by Ed Osmond)

Key Takeaways

  • Mike “MJK” Smith, aged 92, passed away on May 17, 2026, as confirmed by Warwickshire and widely reported in the media (bbc.co.uk).
  • Smith scored 39,832 first‑class runs in 637 matches, the 18th‑highest total ever, and captained England in 25 of his 50 Tests (bbc.co.uk).
  • He was also a dual international, earning a rugby union cap for England, served as Warwickshire chairman (1991–2003) and ICC match referee (1991–1996) (bbc.co.uk)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Mike Smith?
Mike Smith was a former England cricket captain, known as MJK, who played 50 Test matches and scored over 39,000 first-class runs.
How many Tests did Mike Smith play for England?
Mike Smith played 50 Tests for England, captaining the side in 25 of those matches.
For which club did Mike Smith play domestic cricket?
Mike Smith played domestic cricket for Warwickshire County Cricket Club.
What other sport did Mike Smith represent England in?
Mike Smith won an England rugby union cap in 1964.
When did Mike Smith serve as an ICC match referee?
Mike Smith served as an ICC match referee from 1991 to 1996.

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