
England's oldest living Test cricketer Jim Parks dies aged 90
India Today
Former England wicketkeeper-batter Jim Parks featured in 46 Tests between 1954 and 1968. He is survived by his wife Jenny and son Bobby.
Former England and Sussex wicketkeeper-batter Jim Parks has died at the age of 90. He was England's oldest living Test cricketer.
Parks featured in 46 Tests for England between 1954 and 1968. His county career extended for another eight years into his mid-40s.
Sussex Cricket in a statement announced that Parks passed away in Worthing hospital on Wednesday morning after a "fall at home last week".
Sussex Cricket is deeply saddened to announce the death of Jim Parks at the age of 90.Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with his wife Jenny and son Bobby. RIP, Jim.
Parks made his debut for Sussex at the age of 18, marking the start of a career that saw him play in 739 first-class matches and 132 List A games.

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