Cam Hawkins

Cam Hawkins
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Date of Birth: 1994-12-06 Age: 30
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Cam Hawkins, born December 6, 1994, is an allrounder whose cricketing journey began in the quaint village of Middleton. From an early age, Cam showed a natural aptitude for the game, often seen in his backyard, wielding a bat with the fervour of his cricketing idols. His progression was swift as he joined the local youth team, astounding coaches with his versatility as both a right-hand batsman and a cunning legbreak googly bowler.

Hawkins first caught national attention during the under-19 championships, where he single-handedly turned a crucial semi-final with a spectacular all-round performance. Driving his team to victory with a firebrand fifty and a match-winning spell of spin bowling, he was quickly on the radar of selectors.

His professional debut came at the age of 21, when he donned the county colours of Warwickshire. It was there that Cam made an indelible mark. He etched his name into the records books with a miraculous debut century, one that came in a fiercely contested match against Yorkshire—a rivalry that would shape much of his career.

Over the years, Hawkins crafted a reputation for his tactical nous on the field. His ability to execute the googly, with its deceptive turn, baffled many a batsman, giving him an edge in crucial moments. Batting at the middle order, Hawkins has demonstrated an aggressive streak, often pulling his team out of tricky situations with bravado and flair. His memorable 2019 innings against Lancashire, during which he delivered an unbeaten 85 in just 60 balls, stands testament to his grit and resilience.

Notably, Hawkins played an instrumental role in Warwickshire’s championship-winning side of 2021. His all-round heroics throughout the season, coupled with a matured sense of leadership, were pivotal to their triumph. That season, he also achieved the milestone of 1,000 runs and 50 wickets in a single calendar year—a feat celebrated by cricket pundits.

Cam’s playing career has not been without its moments of introspection and challenge. His on-field battles with rival allrounder Aaron Pope brought theatre and passion to domestic cricket, delighting fans with their spirited competition.

In today’s game, Cam Hawkins stands as a symbol of dedication, combining the artistry of leg-spin with the tenacity of a reliable middle-order bat, leaving an indelible impact on the sport and an inspiring legacy for budding cricketers.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
4day 4 8 0 184 90 23.00 457 40.26 0 1 0 18

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
4day 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2020-11-18

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