Michael Leask

Michael Leask
Nationality: Scotland
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1990-10-29 Age: 34
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Michael Alexander Leask is a Scottish cricketer who has made a name for himself as an explosive batsman and a handy off-spinner.
Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, Leask has shown great potential throughout his career.

Leask first burst onto the scene during an ODI against England in May 2014.
In that match, he displayed his power-hitting abilities by smashing five sixes in just 16 balls, scoring a memorable 42 runs.
This performance showcased his ability to single-handedly change the course of a game.

However, Leask's career has been marred by inconsistency.
During the World Cup Qualifiers in 2014, he struggled to find his form, managing only 56 runs at an average of 9.33.
Despite this setback, his potential as an all-rounder was evident when he contributed with his off-spin, taking three crucial wickets in Scotland's win over Tasmania in their World Cup acclimatisation tour in autumn 2014.

Following his promising performances, Leask got an opportunity to showcase his skills at the first-class level when he played a tour match for Northants against New Zealand A in 2014.
Although it was a solitary appearance, it was a significant milestone in his career, demonstrating that he had the capability to compete at a higher level.

In 2016, Leask joined Somerset ahead of the season as a valuable addition to their squad.
Somerset's director of cricket, Matt Maynard, described him as a "feisty cricketer," highlighting his fearless approach to the game.
However, his opportunities were limited to a few T20 matches in his debut season.

Michael Leask's career statistics reflect both his potential and his struggles.
Nevertheless, his explosive batting and useful off-spin continue to make him a promising player for Scotland.
His power-hitting abilities make him a valuable asset in limited-overs cricket, where a few big hits can change the outcome of a game.

Off the field, Leask is known for his hardworking and determined nature.
He is seen as a dedicated player who constantly strives to improve his game and overcome any challenges that come his way.
He has embraced the role of an all-rounder, working tirelessly on both his batting and bowling skills, with the aim of becoming a more consistent performer.

Michael Alexander Leask is a talented cricketer from Scotland who has shown glimpses of his potential as an explosive batsman and a handy off-spinner.
While he has faced inconsistency throughout his career, his performances have highlighted his ability to single-handedly change the course of a game.
With hard work and determination, Leask has the potential to become a key player for Scotland and leave a lasting impact on the sport.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
ODI 51 44 8 1069 107 24.30 919 116.32 1 5 52 78
T20I 44 41 5 608 46 14.83 481 126.40 0 0 31 38
T20 1 1 0 37 37 37.00 21 176.19 0 0 2 3
T10 5 5 1 86 37 17.20 40 215.00 0 0 8 7

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
ODI 54 48 52 1268 266.3 24.38 4.76 45 1 2 0 0
T20I 40 35 24 636 80.3 26.50 7.92 13 1 0 0 0
T20 1 1 0 8 1 - 8.00 0 0 0 0 0
T10 4 4 5 69 8 13.80 8.63 2 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-06-20
Triangular Series (Scotland), 6th Match, Tri-Series - June 20, 2025
Scotland
193/5 (20)
Nepal
159/10 (18.5)
Scotland won by 34 runs
Player of the Match
George Munsey
Triangular Series (Scotland), 4th Match, Tri-Series - June 18, 2025
Scotland
181/9 (20)
Netherlands
198/7 (20)
Netherlands won by 17 runs
Player of the Match
Michael Levitt
Triangular Series (Scotland), 3rd Match, Tri-Series - June 17, 2025
Scotland
97/10 (19.4)
Nepal
98/8 (19.5)
Nepal won by 2 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
Player of the Match
Sandeep Lamichhane
Triangular Series (Scotland), 1st Match, Tri-Series - June 15, 2025
Scotland
160/8 (20)
Netherlands
121/10 (18.1)
Scotland won by 39 runs
Player of the Match
Finlay McCreath
Australia tour of Scotland, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International - September 7, 2024
Scotland
149/9 (20)
Australia
153/4 (16.1)
Australia won by 6 wickets (with 23 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Cameron Green
Australia tour of Scotland, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International - September 6, 2024
Scotland
126/10 (16.4)
Australia
196/4 (20)
Australia won by 70 runs
Player of the Match
Josh Inglis
Australia tour of Scotland, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International - September 4, 2024
Scotland
154/9 (20)
Australia
156/3 (9.4)
Australia won by 7 wickets (with 62 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Travis Head
Group B, 35th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 16, 2024
Australia
186/5 (19.4)
Scotland
180/5 (20)
Australia won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Marcus Stoinis
Group B, 20th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 9, 2024
Oman
150/7 (20)
Scotland
153/3 (13.1)
Scotland won by 7 wickets (with 41 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Brandon McMullen
Group B, 12th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 6, 2024
Namibia
155/9 (20)
Scotland
157/5 (18.3)
Scotland won by 5 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Michael Leask

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