Ben McDermott

Ben McDermott
Nationality: Australia
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1994-12-12 Age: 30
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Benjamin Reginald McDermott, commonly known as Ben McDermott, is an Australian cricketer who has carved a niche for himself as a notable batsman and occasional wicketkeeper.
Born into a family of fast bowlers, with his father Craig and brother Alister excelling in that department, McDermott chose to pursue a career as a batsman, showcasing immense potential and skill.

McDermott's journey in cricket commenced when he made his debut for the Brisbane Heat in the 2013-14 season of the Big Bash League (BBL).
Following his debut, he embarked on his state cricket journey, initially representing Queensland.
However, in 2015, the talented player signed a rookie contract with Tasmania, seeking new opportunities to further hone his skills.

Initially, McDermott found himself on the fringes of domestic cricket, striving to establish himself as a prominent figure in the cricketing arena.
Nonetheless, the turning point in his career arrived during the 2016-17 BBL season, when he etched his name in cricketer folklore with a remarkable innings.
During a clash against the Melbourne Renegades at Etihad Stadium, McDermott unleashed his power-hitting prowess, smashing an astonishing 114 runs off a mere 52 deliveries.
This phenomenal knock propelled the Hobart Hurricanes towards a historic victory, as they successfully chased down the Renegades' colossal total of 222 runs.
Notably, McDermott's innings was not only the second-highest individual score in BBL history at the time but also resulted in the Hurricanes surpassing the highest BBL total recorded till then.

His innings against the Renegades provided a glimpse of McDermott's exceptional talent and his ability to dominate even the most formidable bowling attacks.
With a penchant for showcasing unparalleled power and timing, he swiftly garnered attention from cricket enthusiasts and experts alike.
McDermott's remarkable performance fueled expectations of a bright future in the Australian cricketing landscape.

While McDermott's exploits in the BBL have been captivating, his contributions in other formats of the game should not be overlooked.
With an astute cricketing acumen and an ever-expanding repertoire of strokes, he has cemented his place in Tasmania's domestic circuit.
His consistent performances and contributions with the bat exemplify his dedication to the sport and his ambition to excel at a higher level.

As McDermott's cricketing journey continues to unfold, it is evident that he possesses the potential to become one of Australia's leading batsmen.
With his unique skill set, unwavering determination, and an insatiable thirst for success, he has all the ingredients necessary for a fruitful career.
As he strives to leave an indelible mark on the cricketing world, McDermott's progress will undoubtedly be closely followed by fans and critics alike, eagerly awaiting his next scintillating innings that showcases his immense talent and passion for the game.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T20 137 135 19 3784 127 28.03 2732 138.51 2 28 183 296
ODI 13 13 1 718 117 55.23 821 87.45 3 4 15 61
T20I 15 15 1 270 54 18.00 267 101.12 0 2 11 12
4day 34 60 6 1766 146 29.43 3911 45.15 1 11 25 192
List A 25 24 0 838 143 34.92 957 87.57 2 6 20 85
100-Ball 5 5 0 157 59 31.40 118 133.05 0 1 6 12
T10 8 8 0 97 27 12.13 62 156.45 0 0 8 7

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T20 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
ODI 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
T20I 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
4day 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
List A 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
100-Ball 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
T10 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-03-30
Play Offs, Final, Sheffield Shield - March 26, 2025
South Australia
271/10 (72.4) & 270/6 (69.1)
Queensland
96/10 (35.5) & 445/10 (136.2)
South Australia won by 4 wickets
Player of the Match
Brendan Doggett
Regular Season, 29th Match, Sheffield Shield - March 15, 2025
South Australia
614/7 (143.4) & 252/5 (76)
Queensland
370/10 (113.5)
Match drawn
Player of the Match
Conor McInerney
Regular Season, 26th Match, Sheffield Shield - March 5, 2025
Tasmania
161/10 (52.4) & 345/10 (94.4)
Queensland
425/9 (116.5) & 82/1 (25.4)
Queensland won by 9 wickets
Player of the Match
Michael Neser
Regular Season, 21st Match, One-Day Cup - February 23, 2025
Queensland
131/10 (29.2)
Western Australia
132/4 (26)
Western Australia won by 6 wickets (with 144 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Bryce Jackson
Regular Season, 23rd Match, Sheffield Shield - February 18, 2025
Queensland
147/10 (53.4) & 153/10 (58.4)
Western Australia
312/10 (114)
Western Australia won by an innings and 12 runs
Player of the Match
Corey Rocchiccioli
Regular Season, 16th Match, One-Day Cup - February 13, 2025
Queensland
310/9 (45)
New South Wales
256/10 (42.2)
Queensland won by 54 runs
Player of the Match
Lachlan Hearne
Regular Season, 20th Match, Sheffield Shield - February 8, 2025
Queensland
387/10 (107.2) & 289/3 (63.4)
New South Wales
259/10 (81.4) & 229/10 (94)
Queensland won by 188 runs
Player of the Match
Jack Clayton
Regular Season, 18th Match, Big Bash League - January 1, 2025
Hobart Hurricanes
161/6 (20)
Sydney Sixers
111/10 (19.3)
Hobart Hurricanes won by 50 runs
Player of the Match
Nikhil Chaudhary
Regular Season, 13th Match, Big Bash League - December 27, 2024
Adelaide Strikers
203/6 (20)
Hobart Hurricanes
214/5 (20)
Hobart Hurricanes won by 11 runs
Player of the Match
Ben McDermott
Regular Season, 7th Match, Big Bash League - December 21, 2024
Hobart Hurricanes
156/2 (19.2)
Perth Scorchers
155/6 (20)
Hobart Hurricanes won by 8 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Mitchell Owen

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