About James Draper
Lived 1925 – 2013 (aged 87). James Draper was a South African cricketer and cricket umpire.
James Draper (9 March 1925 – 10 January 2013) was a South African cricket umpire. Making his umpiring debut in 1964, he stood in five Test matches, officiating in his last Test in 1970.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Draper?
Umpire (1925-2013)
When was James Draper born?
James Draper was born on 9 March 1925 in Durban.
When did James Draper die?
James Draper died on 10 January 2013 in Durban.
What was James Draper's occupation?
James Draper was a cricketer and cricket umpire.
What nationality was James Draper?
James Draper was South African.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Draper (umpire)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Draper. https://biography.guide/james-draper-cricketer/
MLA: "James Draper." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-draper-cricketer/.
Chicago: "James Draper." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-draper-cricketer/.
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