Josh Hazlewood Debut, Biography, Stats, Net Worth, Wife, IPL Team, Records, Career

4.4 (26) Josh Hazlewood is an Australian cricketer who represents the national team in all three formats. He is a tall and capable right-arm fast-medium bowler known for his accuracy and consistency. Hazlewood played a key role in Australia’s victories at the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup and the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup. He […]

Josh Hazlewood is an Australian cricketer who represents the national team in all three formats. He is a tall and capable right-arm fast-medium bowler known for his accuracy and consistency.

Hazlewood played a key role in Australia’s victories at the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup and the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup. He has also been included in the 15-member Australian squad for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in India. Here, we cover Josh Hazlewood’s debut, biography, statistics, net worth, wife, IPL team, records, career, and more.

Early life and background

Hazlewood was born on 8 January 1991 in a quiet rural town in New South Wales. He is the younger son of Trevor and Ann Hazlewood and has an older brother and sister. He often participated in backyard cricket matches with his older brother, and by the age of 12, he was playing against older players for Tamworth. Hazlewood was selected for New South Wales at the age of 17, becoming the youngest fast bowler to represent the state. He made his first-class debut against New Zealand at the Sydney Cricket Ground in November 2008. Hazlewood also became the youngest player to make his One Day International debut for Australia on 22 June 2010.

A right-arm fast bowler, he has represented the Australian Under-19 team and was the youngest member of the Australian squad for the 2008 Under-19 World Cup.

Career Stats

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w
Tests	76	143	15423	7144	295	6/67	9/79	24.21	2.77	52.2	11	13
ODIs	96	95	4978	3928	142	6/52	6/52	27.66	4.73	35.0	1	3
T20Is	60	59	1348	1680	79	4/12	4/12	21.26	7.47	17.0	4	0
FC	119	220	22953	10594	441	6/35	9/79	24.02	2.76	52.0	17	15
List A	148	146	7816	6194	221	7/36	7/36	28.02	4.75	35.3	2	4
T20s	127	126	2850	3620	170	4/12	4/12	21.29	7.62	16.7	6	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	4s	6s	Ct
Tests	76	96	47	565	39	11.53	1281	44.10	81	2	30
ODIs	96	38	29	135	23*	15.00	166	81.32	14	3	32
T20Is	60	12	9	29	13*	9.66	28	103.57	2	1	13
FC	119	143	60	918	43*	11.06	2100	43.71	133	4	46
List A	148	59	37	242	30	11.00	350	69.14	19	5	45
T20s	127	25	20	71	13*	14.20	83	85.54	6	1	20

Domestic career

Hazlewood made his first-class debut for New South Wales in the 2008–09 season at just 17 years old. He immediately impressed with his ability to swing the ball and consistently hit the seam. In his debut match against Queensland, he took five wickets, establishing himself as a promising fast bowler. Over time, Hazlewood became a key member of the New South Wales team, gaining recognition for his accuracy, pace, and fitness. His impressive performances in domestic cricket earned him praise and cemented his reputation as one of Australia’s most reliable bowlers.

International Debut

His impressive performances in international cricket led to his international debut in an ODI against India on January 12, 2015. His economical bowling and crucial wicket-taking skills soon earned him a place in Australia’s limited-overs team. He previously made his Test debut against India at the Adelaide Oval on December 6, 2014. In his second Test, he showcased his talent by taking a career-best six wickets in a single innings.

IPL Career

Josh Hazlewood was acquired by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for ₹2 crore (approximately $1.2 billion) during the IPL 2020 auction. The New South Wales pacer first gained attention in the IPL in 2014 when he was selected by the Mumbai Indians ahead of the seventh season, though he didn’t get a chance to play. Known for his big-match nature and consistency, Hazlewood brings valuable experience to the IPL stage.

Hazlewood represented the Chennai Super Kings for two seasons, appearing in 12 matches and taking 12 wickets. In 2022, he moved to the Royal Challengers Bangalore for ₹7.75 crore (approximately $1.2 billion) and delivered his best IPL performance, taking 20 wickets in 12 matches. During the 2023 IPL, Hazlewood played three matches for Bangalore, taking three wickets, maintaining his reputation as a reliable pace bowler.

Josh Hazlewood’s Net Worth

By 2025, Josh Hazlewood’s net worth is estimated to be between US$7 and 10 million. This amount is approximately ₹60 to ₹80 crore (approximately $600 million to $800 million). His successful cricket career has led to a steady increase in his earnings. His IPL salary is ₹125 million (approximately $125 million). Hazlewood’s consistent bowling performances have brought him significant financial benefits. Furthermore, he has also invested outside of cricket, which has further increased his wealth. Josh has reached this level through hard work, dedication, and focus.

Metric	Value
Net Worth (USD)	$7 million – $10 million
Net Worth (INR)	Approximately ₹60 crore – ₹80 crore
IPL Salary 2025	₹12.5 crore

Personal Life

Josh Hazlewood is married to Cherina Murphy Christian, a professional makeup artist. The couple married in the beautiful Hunter Valley in August 2022. Josh and Cherina welcomed their first child, a boy, on November 11, 2024, and they named him George.

In addition to his successes on the cricket field, Josh Hazlewood is also a dedicated family man. He demonstrated this by skipping the initial portion of IPL 2024 to support his pregnant wife. Cherina was due in March 2024, and Josh decided to be with her during that crucial time. While some veteran cricketers and fans criticized his decision, he stood by his decision and was unavailable for RCB during the first half of the 2024 IPL season.

Josh Hazlewood’s top records:

Josh Hazlewood became the youngest player to make his One Day International debut for Australia on 22 June 2010.
Hazlewood has taken 5 wickets 9 times in Test cricket and 3 times in ODI matches.
He has the sixth highest strike rate in an innings in Test cricket.
Hazlewood holds the 7th highest runs scored in an innings by batting position in T20I matches.

Josh Hazlewood’s awards and achievements:

Josh was selected in the ‘ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year’ in 2021.
In April 2018, Hazlewood received a national contract from Cricket Australia for the 2018–19 season.
In November 2015, Josh became the first cricketer to receive the ‘Player of the Match’ award in a day-night Test match.
During the match against New Zealand in 2015, Hazlewood took the first wicket in a day-night Test by dismissing Martin Guptill lbw.

Conclusion

Josh Hazlewood’s journey in cricket has been consistent and impressive. From his debut in Tamworth to becoming one of Australia’s most reliable fast bowlers, Hazlewood has shown that consistency and discipline can counter high-speed bowling. His ability to generate swing and bounce, along with his precise control, has made him a constant threat in all formats of the game.

Hazlewood keeps his personal life, including his marriage, largely private, but his dedication to his career and family is clear. As he continues to perform at the top level, Hazlewood’s legacy in Australian cricket appears well established, and he is expected to remain a key figure in international cricket for many years to come.

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Which team does Josh Hazlewood represent in the IPL?

Josh Hazlewood last played for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2023 IPL season.

Q2. Who is Josh Hazlewood’s cricket idol?

Josh Hazlewood considers Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath to be his idol.