Full Name: Charles Frederick Perchard Date of Birth: July 14, 1992 Birthplace: Jersey Role: Right-Arm Medium Bowler | Right-Handed Batter | Captain | All-Rounder For over a decade, Charles Perchard has been more than just a player in Jersey’s national cricket team—he’s been the brain, the backbone, and often, the soul of the side. Wearing jersey number 7, Perchard has quietly but powerfully led Jersey’s rise through the ICC Associate ranks, transforming the team into a competitive, tight-knit unit with belief in its ability to stand up to the world’s best. Born and raised in Jersey, Charles Perchard was introduced to cricket at a young age. He showed immense discipline from his early days, never the loudest or flashiest in the group, but always the most committed. His steady temperament and all-round skill set—right-arm medium pace and reliable right-handed batting—made him a natural fit for the leadership role he would one day assume. Perchard made his debut for Jersey in 2008, and ever since, has been a consistent presence in both T20Is and 50-over cricket. While others came and went, Charles remained at the center—first as a dependable bowler, and later as a guiding captain. His signature as a player lies in control and consistency, especially with the ball. He doesn't aim for express pace, but he reads the game brilliantly, knows where to bowl, and executes plans with surgical precision. As a bowler, Charles has delivered in big games time and again. During the ICC Challenge League campaigns, he produced match-winning spells, including a standout performance against Hong Kong, where he took 4 for 24, dismantling their top order and guiding Jersey to a historic win. He has the ability to swing the ball both ways and often bowls tight spells in the middle overs, frustrating batters and creating pressure. With the bat, he has played several crucial cameos—often in rescue missions. His match-saving 38 not out against Kenya during a tense run chase in 2022 was a perfect example of his composure and ability to shoulder responsibility under pressure. But Perchard's greatest impact arguably comes as a leader. As Jersey’s captain, he’s led the team with intelligence and heart. Under his captaincy, Jersey earned qualification into multiple ICC World Cup Qualifier events, performed admirably against stronger opponents, and grew into a side known for their sharp fielding, disciplined bowling, and strategic planning—all reflections of Charles’ own strengths. He’s also been instrumental in fostering team unity and mentoring young talents like Harrison Carlyon, Julius Sumerauer, and Zak Tribe. His approachable nature, tactical awareness, and ability to inspire confidence have made him one of the most respected captains in Associate cricket. Off the field, Charles remains humble and dedicated. A true ambassador for Jersey cricket, he often credits team effort over personal accolades and is deeply involved in local cricket development programs. At 32, Charles Perchard, donning jersey number 7, stands as a beacon of resilience and leadership. His journey is not just a story of runs and wickets, but of shaping a team’s identity and driving a nation’s cricketing ambition forward—with humility, intelligence, and an unwavering heart.