Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Batsman
Date of Birth: 2000-01-01 Age: 25

Dylan Hunter emerged from the cricketing heartlands of Nottinghamshire, born on the cusp of the millennium, January 1, 2000—a symbolism of cricket's enduring cycle of renewal. From a tender age, Dylan showed an innate affinity for the game, his earliest days spent on the lush greens of community parks and under the watchful eye of local coaches who detected a spark in his unyielding discipline.
His progression through the ranks of club cricket in Nottinghamshire was meteoric. By 17, Dylan cemented his reputation as a prodigious talent, drawing comparisons to some of England's finest youth prospects. His domestic career took flight when he was drafted into the Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club's youth academy. There, his adaptability stood out as he honed his batting skills and nurtured a natural finesse at the crease, allowing him to tackle both spin and pace with equal aplomb.
Dylan's professional debut arrived in the summer of 2019, a season not forgotten by many. His talent was undeniable, scoring a century on debut in the County Championship. Over the next few years, he was pivotal in Nottinghamshire's Championship triumphs, his contributions with the bat carving many victories. His adaptability in batting became a trademark, seamlessly transitioning from defensive resilience to explosive aggression as the situation dictated. Notably, it was his match-winning innings in the 2021 County Championship final against Yorkshire, a masterclass in calculated aggression, that etched his name in the annals of English cricket.
Dylan's rivalries on the pitch, particularly with county contemporaries from Sussex and Warwickshire, added a simmering narrative to domestic cricket. His duels with Sussex's premier spinner became stuff of legends, each encounter brimming with competitive fervour.
While primarily recognised for his batting prowess, Dylan's versatility extended to his skills with the ball, often called upon as a secret weapon—his medium pace deliveries proving deceptive, often swinging the momentum in crucial bouts. One such instance was his unexpected four-wicket haul in a T20 fixture against Lancashire, turning the tide when the opposition seemed poised to clinch victory.
Dylan Hunter’s journey reflects more than just the evolution of a cricketer; it embodies a saga of perseverance and an unwavering commitment to the sport. His impact is indelible, inspiring a new generation aspiring to leave their own mark on the venerable game of cricket.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4day | 1 | 2 | 0 | 45 | 28 | 22.50 | 138 | 32.61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
List A | 3 | 3 | 0 | 47 | 28 | 15.67 | 112 | 41.96 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
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 |
List A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2023-12-04