James Haywood Cumberbatch (9 February 1909 – first ¼ 1972[3]) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s.

[1][4] James Cumberbatch was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, and his death aged c. 62–63 was registered in Northumberland South district.

"This live piece of mercury, who has come before the selectors as a Tour probable, first came to Manchester to play for Swinton, who passed him over.

His clever play on the Broughton left wing has also proved him to be one of the League's foremost attackers.

Born in Liverpool, he first played the Association game for his school until he became attached to Barrow St. Matthew’s Club.