John Jameson, the England cricketer, who knew the streets of south and central Mumbai like no other overseas player, has died at the age of 84. Birmingham-based Jameson was born in Byculla to British parents. His father Jimmy was a prominent member of the police force while John did his schooling at Cathedral & John Connon. Jimmy was a skilful hockey player and figured in 25 editions of the Aga Khan tournament.

John lived in various areas because of his father’s different postings in the force. “I am familiar with several areas in Mumbai — Byculla, Palton Road, Esplanade, Worli, Churchgate etc,” John told mid-day on his 2009 visit to Mumbai. He migrated to England in 1955.