Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Batsman
Date of Birth: 2001-01-01 Age: 24
Brooke Halliday, born on the dawn of the new millennium on the 1st of January 2001 in New Zealand, has emerged as one of cricket’s most exciting prospects. From a young age, Halliday showed a proclivity for the sport, her passion manifesting in backyard matches against her older siblings. Fueled by ambition and an uncanny ability to read the game, she embarked on a formal cricketing journey in local clubs before quickly rising through the ranks of New Zealand’s youth circuits.
Halliday made her professional debut in domestic cricket with aplomb, seamlessly weaving into the tapestry of seasoned players. Her adaptable batting style caught many off guard. Equally comfortable against fiery pace or deceptive spin, she had the innate skill to rotate strikes and accelerate the scoring when necessary. Her ability to construct innings with a blend of traditional and innovative strokes quickly became a cornerstone of her team’s strategy, drawing parallels to some of the greatest versatile batsmen of the modern era.
Her career is adorned with memorable achievements and contributions to her team's triumphs. One of the hallmark feats was playing a pivotal role in clinching a domestic championship early in her career. Halliday’s knock in the final, an unbeaten 75 under pressure, was a testament to her acumen and fortitude. This innings not only demonstrated her batting prowess but established her as a player for critical scenarios.
Throughout her career, the matches against arch-rivals were where she truly shone, particularly against neighbouring Australia. These encounters were often heated affairs, but Halliday’s composed demeanour and tactical brilliance allowed her to thrive. Her intense 90-run innings in a nail-biting finish against Australia remains etched in fans’ memories, showcasing her ability to remain unflustered under pressure and guide her team to victory.
Renowned for her versatile bowling, which complements her batting, Halliday’s impact on the field is multifaceted. She possesses a knack for breaking partnerships at crucial junctures, often delivering breakthrough performances when her team needs it the most—a testament to her strategic nous and the dynamic role she plays.
In a sport often dominated by tales of power and precision, Halliday’s story is one of nuance, strategic brilliance, and the embodiment of cricket's evolving nature. She continues to be an inspiration to aspiring cricketers in New Zealand and beyond, a beacon of versatility in an ever-changing cricketing landscape.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 32 | 31 | 1 | 556 | 47 | 17.94 | 569 | 97.72 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 58 |
| ODI | 38 | 36 | 3 | 870 | 86 | 24.17 | 1207 | 72.08 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 82 |
| T20I | 43 | 37 | 6 | 442 | 46 | 11.95 | 454 | 97.36 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 36 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 464 | 75.3 | 17.19 | 6.16 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 26 | 16 | 8 | 267 | 47.6 | 33.38 | 5.61 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 33 | 12 | 8 | 113 | 16.4 | 14.13 | 6.89 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-03-26
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