New Zealand | Bowler

Kyle Alex Jamieson is a New Zealand cricketer. He made his international debut for the New Zealand cricket team in February 2020 against India. In May 2020, New Zealand Cricket awarded him with a central contract, ahead of the 2020–21 season.

Full Name Kyle Alex Jamieson	Born December 30, 1994, Auckland	Age 30y 156d
Batting Style Right hand Bat	Bowling Style Right arm Fast medium	Playing Role Bowler

TEAMS

New Zealand Quetta Gladiators Auckland Canterbury

New Zealand Under-19s Punjab Kings Royal Challengers Bangalore

Kyle Jamieson: The Towering Pacer Redefining New Zealand Cricket

About Him

Kyle Jamieson, born on December 30, 1994, in Auckland, New Zealand, is a towering right-arm fast-medium bowler known for his exceptional height—standing at 6’8″ (2.03 meters), though some sources cite 6’6″ . Nicknamed “Killa” , his imposing frame gives him a unique advantage in generating bounce and pace, making him a formidable presence in international cricket .

Early Career

Raised in the suburbs of Auckland, Jamieson’s passion for cricket blossomed through school competitions and family matches . His talent earned him a spot in the 2014 U-19 Cricket World Cup , where he represented New Zealand, gaining early exposure to competitive cricket . This foundation laid the groundwork for his transition to professional cricket.

Domestic Career

Jamieson began his domestic career with Canterbury in 2013, spending six successful seasons there before returning to his hometown team, the Auckland Aces , in 2019 49. His performances in New Zealand’s domestic circuit, particularly his ability to dismantle middle orders with his height-driven swing, caught national selectors’ attention.

International Career

Jamieson made his international debut in February 2020 against India, immediately leaving an impact 26. In his second Test, he claimed a five-wicket haul, equalling Michael Clarke’s record for most wickets on Test debut for Australia 2. A key member of New Zealand’s pace attack, he balances his bowling with handy lower-order batting. His role in the 2021 ICC World Test Championship win further solidified his reputation as a match-winner.

IPL Journey

In 2021, Jamieson joined the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL), showcasing his yorkers and death-overs expertise 2. However, injuries sidelined him during the 2023 IPL season , limiting his opportunities in the tournament 2. Despite this, his earlier performances highlighted his potential in T20 cricket.

Other T20 Leagues & T10 League

While Jamieson’s IPL stint remains his primary T20 franchise experience, he has yet to participate in other global T20 leagues like the Big Bash League (BBL) or Caribbean Premier League (CPL). Similarly, there is no documented participation in the T10 format, though his adaptability suggests future involvement.

Strong Zones

Jamieson’s height allows him to extract steep bounce and awkward angles, troubling batsmen, especially in seamer-friendly conditions. His death-bowling precision and ability to strike with the new ball make him a dual threat. Additionally, his 6-foot-plus frame unnerves left-handed batsmen, who struggle with the angle of his deliveries.

Legacy

Though still early in his career, Jamieson is already a rising star for New Zealand. His record-equalling debut and Test championship triumph mark him as a future leader of the Kiwi pace attack. If he maintains fitness, he could emulate legends like Shane Bond and Tim Southee, blending longevity with match-winning impact.

Kyle Jamieson Career Stats

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Tests	19	36	3558	1579	80	6/48	11/117	19.73	2.66	44.4	4	5	1
ODIs	17	16	778	671	17	3/45	3/45	39.47	5.17	45.7	0	0	0
T20Is	15	15	314	474	13	3/8	3/8	36.46	9.05	24.1	0	0	0
FC	51	91	8361	4019	181	8/74	11/117	22.20	2.88	46.1	7	11	2
List A	49	47	2197	1947	57	4/49	4/49	34.15	5.31	38.5	1	0	0
T20s	86	85	1811	2452	99	6/7	6/7	24.76	8.12	18.2	2	1	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Tests	19	26	4	432	51*	19.63	777	55.59	0	1	38	10	5	0
ODIs	17	7	3	92	25*	23.00	106	86.79	0	0	6	3	3	0
T20Is	15	6	3	49	30	16.33	34	144.11	0	0	7	0	5	0
FC	51	69	13	1084	67	19.35	2075	52.24	0	5	109	27	12	0
List A	49	28	15	341	67	26.23	330	103.33	0	1	24	8	11	0
T20s	86	47	25	461	45*	20.95	358	128.77	0	0	37	12	22	0

Kyle Jamieson T20 Stats

Bowling

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
PSL	QG	2	2	42	63	2	1/28	1/28	31.50	9.00	21.0	0	0	0
IPL	2 teams	13	13	258	416	14	3/41	3/41	29.71	9.67	18.4	0	0	0
Vitality Blast	SUR	5	5	83	132	1	1/27	1/27	132.00	9.54	83.0	0	0	0

Batting & Fielding

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
PSL	QG	2	1	0	3	3	3.00	7	42.85	0	0	0	0	2	0
IPL	2 teams	13	9	5	65	16*	16.25	60	108.33	0	0	5	3	2	0
Vitality Blast	SUR	5	4	2	47	31	23.50	32	146.87	0	0	4	2	1	0

Debut/Last Matches of Kyle Jamieson

Test Matches

Debut

New Zealand vs India at Wellington – February 21 – 24, 2020

Last

New Zealand vs South Africa at Mount Maunganui – February 04 – 07, 2024

ODI Matches

Debut

New Zealand vs India at Auckland – February 08, 2020

Last

New Zealand vs India at Dubai (DICS) – March 09, 2025

T20I Matches

Debut

New Zealand vs West Indies at Auckland – November 27, 2020

Last

New Zealand vs Pakistan at Auckland – March 21, 2025

FC Matches

Debut

Canterbury vs Wellington at Christchurch – October 25 – 28, 2014

Last

New Zealand vs South Africa at Mount Maunganui – February 04 – 07, 2024

List A Matches

Debut

Canterbury vs Wellington at Christchurch – April 02, 2014

Last

New Zealand vs India at Dubai (DICS) – March 09, 2025

T20 Matches

Debut

Central D vs Canterbury at New Plymouth – December 04, 2016

Last

RCB vs PBKS at Ahmedabad – June 03, 2025

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru