Jonny Bairstow

Jonny Bairstow
Nationality: England
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1989-09-26 Age: 35
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Jonathan Marc Bairstow, more commonly known as Jonny Bairstow, is a renowned English cricketer who has established himself as a formidable wicketkeeper-batter in England's middle order.
Born on September 26, 1989, he is the son of former England wicketkeeper David Bairstow, which adds a touch of legacy to his career.

Bairstow's journey to success was not without its challenges, particularly with competition from fellow cricketer Jos Buttler for the wicketkeeping role.
However, Bairstow's consistent run-scoring performances for Yorkshire over the years made a strong case for his selection in the national team.
Once given the opportunity, he seized it with both hands and showcased his exceptional batting skills.

While Bairstow's wicketkeeping has faced some scrutiny and sparked debates about his suitability for the role, he has proven his worth with the bat time and again.
His breakthrough moment came during his emotional debut Test century in Cape Town, a city that held special significance for his family.
From there, he continued to make an indelible mark in the England team.

Bairstow's most notable impact has been in the one-day format of the game, where his prolific opening partnership with Jason Roy played a key role in England's historic World Cup triumph in 2019.
Their performances were unmatched, setting the tone for England's success in the tournament.

As a player, Bairstow is known for his combative nature and independent mindset.
Standing tall at the crease with his bat held high, he exudes a pugnacious image.
He has worked extensively with Bruce French, England's wicketkeeping coach, to refine his skills behind the stumps and improve his overall game.

Bairstow's passion for cricket developed at an early age, although he was also a talented all-round sportsman and had trials with Leeds United as a right back.
Eventually, his love for cricket took precedence, and he made his mark playing for Yorkshire's Under-15s.
In 2007, he was named the Young Wisden Schools Cricketer of the Year, earning recognition for his outstanding performances at a young age.

Following in his father's footsteps, Bairstow signed a full-time contract with Yorkshire and had a promising first-class debut against Somerset in June 2009, where he scored an impressive 82 in his second innings.
He quickly secured his place in Yorkshire's first XI and went on to achieve numerous accolades.

Bairstow's breakthrough year came in 2011 when he registered his maiden first-class hundred against Nottinghamshire, followed by a double hundred in the same match.
His brilliant innings included a record ninth-wicket partnership with Ryan Sidebottom, showcasing the passing of talent between generations.

While his debut in one-day internationals hinted at his potential as a specialist batter, Bairstow faced challenges against hostile short bowling from Kemar Roach during the South Africa series.
However, he bounced back with a match-winning innings in a T20I against Pakistan.

Despite intermittent opportunities in Test cricket, Bairstow has displayed his prowess in the longer format as well.
Notably, he scored a brilliant 95 against South Africa at Lord's, rescuing England from a precarious position.

Throughout his career, Bairstow has had his fair share of ups and downs.
He faced setbacks and was occasionally left out of the national squad.
However, his determination and relentless desire to succeed have been evident in his performances.

Off the field, Bairstow has endured personal hardships, particularly the tragic loss of his father at a young age.
To continue playing the sport that his father loved and representing the same county demonstrated his courage and strength of character.

Overall, Bairstow's contributions to English cricket have been significant.
While he continues to face competition for his place in the team, his undeniable talent and relentless drive to succeed make him a force to be reckoned with.
As he continues to evolve as a player, cricket enthusiasts can expect to see more remarkable performances from Jonathan Marc Bairstow.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
ODI 75 72 5 2951 141 40.99 2824 104.50 8 15 64 354
FC 34 65 5 2024 162 31.14 3155 64.15 6 4 29 247
T10 10 10 4 277 84 27.70 132 209.85 0 2 19 25
T20I 52 50 10 1275 90 25.50 900 141.67 0 8 61 115
T20 71 70 7 2310 114 33.00 1571 147.04 3 12 109 221
4day 8 15 2 627 89 41.80 964 65.04 0 6 9 84
100-Ball 13 13 1 338 72 26.00 267 126.59 0 3 14 30
Test 5 9 1 322 99 35.78 418 77.03 0 3 4 43

Bowling Stats

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

Last updated: 2025-06-20
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 20, 2025
Durham
193/4 (20)
Yorkshire
130/10 (17.3)
Durham won by 63 runs
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 15, 2025
Yorkshire
128/10 (19)
Durham
131/4 (18)
Durham won by 6 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
Play Offs, Qualifier 2, Indian Premier League - June 1, 2025
Punjab Kings
207/5 (19)
Mumbai Indians
203/6 (20)
Punjab Kings won by 5 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Shreyas Iyer
Play Offs, Eliminator, Indian Premier League - May 30, 2025
Gujarat Titans
208/6 (20)
Mumbai Indians
228/5 (20)
Mumbai Indians won by 20 runs
Player of the Match
Rohit Sharma
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 16, 2025
Surrey
512/10 (140.4)
Yorkshire
255/10 (80.4) & 229/10 (82.1)
Surrey won by an innings and 28 runs
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 9, 2025
Essex
123/10 (60.4) & 273/9 (133)
Yorkshire
216/10 (77.5) & 426/6 (115.2)
Match drawn
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 2, 2025
Yorkshire
205/10 (52.2) & 232/10 (70.2)
Warwickshire
253/10 (61) & 186/5 (43.2)
Warwickshire won by 5 wickets
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 18, 2025
Durham
427/10 (105.2)
Yorkshire
307/10 (86) & 277/6 (105.3)
Match drawn
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 11, 2025
Yorkshire
456/10 (101.2) & 315/4 (56)
Worcestershire
162/10 (66.3) & 105/10 (37.1)
Yorkshire won by 504 runs
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 4, 2025
Hampshire
249/10 (89.2) & 148/5 (39.3)
Yorkshire
121/10 (34.4) & 275/10 (99.3)
Hampshire won by 5 wickets

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