Nationality: Scotland
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 1992-10-15 Age: 32
Matthew Henry Cross, a skilled wicketkeeper-batter hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland, has established himself as an exceptional talent in the realm of cricket.
Born on September 28, 1992, Cross displayed his love for sports from an early age.
Initially drawn towards football, he showcased his aptitude on the pitch by representing Aberdeen FC at the U-15 level.
However, his passion for cricket eventually won him over.
While pursuing his engineering degree studies at MCC Loughborough University, Cross demonstrated immense dedication to both his academic and athletic pursuits.
In 2013, he secured a place on the Nottinghamshire cricket team and made an impressive debut against Bangladesh A, where he scored an impressive 47 runs.
Although he encountered trials with county sides such as Durham, Essex, and Kent, his ambitions in English first-class cricket weren't fully realized.
Nevertheless, Cross gracefully embraced his destiny as one of the most accomplished wicketkeepers in Associate cricket.
Regarded as the premier pure wicketkeeper of his era, Cross consistently demonstrated his extraordinary skills behind the stumps.
A particular moment of glory occurred during the 2015 World Cup when he executed a remarkable leg-side stumping of England's James Taylor while standing up to the medium pace of Josh Davey.
This was the first of numerous awe-inspiring dismissals that would grace Cross' career.
Despite his exceptional wicketkeeping abilities, Cross occasionally faced scrutiny over his batting prowess.
In spite of spending significant time as an opener, his batting record often appeared underwhelming for a player of his caliber.
However, he experienced a breakthrough in 2018 when he notched twin centuries against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and delivered a blazing knock of 48 runs off just 39 balls against England, including ten boundaries.
His impressive performance played a vital role in Scotland's historic ODI victory over the top-ranked English side at the renowned Grange cricket ground.
Recognizing his leadership capabilities and reliability, Cross was appointed vice-captain of the Scotland cricket team in 2022.
Shortly thereafter, due to an unfortunate hand injury to Richie Berrington, he seized the opportunity to captain the team for the first time in his career.
This significant milestone occurred on his home ground in Aberdeen during an ODI tri-series against the UAE and USA in August.
Cross demonstrated composure and skill in guiding his team, further solidifying his position as a respected leader in Scottish cricket.
As Cross continues to pave his illustrious path, his unwavering dedication and exceptional performances inspire aspiring cricketers throughout Scotland and beyond.
With a robust track record and a relentless drive to succeed, he remains an influential figure within the cricketing world.
As his career progresses, it is evident that Matthew Henry Cross will continue to leave an indelible mark on the sport he holds dear.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 60 | 53 | 2 | 1202 | 85 | 22.68 | 1736 | 69.24 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 108 |
| T20I | 45 | 43 | 8 | 799 | 66 | 18.58 | 743 | 107.54 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 67 |
| T20 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 86 | 39 | 14.33 | 79 | 108.86 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
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 |
| T20I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-06-20
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