James Sales

James Sales is a talented English cricketer currently playing for Northamptonshire in the domestic circuit. Born on February 11, 2003, in Northampton, he is the son of the former Northamptonshire great David Sales. A right-handed batter and right-arm medium-fast bowler, James has steadily built a strong reputation since his professional debut in 2021. He gained early international recognition as part of the England squad that finished as runners-up in the 2022 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.

In his professional career, Sales has shown versatility across formats. As of July 2026, he has featured in 41 first-class matches, scoring over 1,900 runs with a highest score of 164. His contribution to Northamptonshire has been significant, notably playing a role in the team's vital County Championship victories. Beyond his domestic duties with Northamptonshire, he is also associated with the Manchester Originals in The Hundred. Known for his resilience and tactical awareness, he continues to evolve as an important all-round asset for his teams, balancing his development in red-ball cricket with his growing impact in limited-overs formats like the T20 Blast.