James Haywood Cumberbatch (9 February 1909 – first ¼ 1972) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Broughton Rangers and Newcastle, as a .

Background

James Cumberbatch was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, and his death aged was registered in Northumberland South district.

International honours

Cumberbatch won capss for England while at Broughton Rangers in 1937 against France, and while at Newcastle in 1938 against Wales, and was the only player to win an England cap while at the now defunct Newcastle rugby league club.

Personal life

Cumberbatch was the brother of the rugby league footballer Val Cumberbatch.

References

External links

• Jimmy Cumberbatch at cumberbatch.org