Nationality: Japan
Position: Bowler
Date of Birth: 2000-01-01 Age: 25
Born on the first day of the new millennium in Japan, Ryan Drake's cricketing journey began in an unlikely setting for a game steeped in tradition from distant shores. His passion for cricket was kindled during visits to the cricket grounds with his expatriate parents who worked in Tokyo, where they would mimic the great duels of cricketing history in the city's expat cricket leagues. From these early beginnings, Ryan's enthusiasm for the game blossomed, nurturing his craft in a country not widely known for its cricketing pedigree.
Ryan was a natural bowler, standing out with his penchant for swinging the ball both ways and cleverly varying his pace to confound batsmen. His adaptability was a hallmark of his youth cricket, where he showcased a versatile bowling style that could adjust to different pitches and conditions. This talent was unmistakable when he made his professional debut on the fabled grounds of Lord's, having climbed the ranks through sheer determination and natural flair.
Throughout his career, Ryan has punctuated his cricket with achievements that have left a mark on the sport. Notably, his spellbinding performance in the Ashes series, turning a potential loss into a thrilling victory, illustrated his mental fortitude and bowling ingenuity. His match-winning wickets during the 2023 World Cup semifinal became legendary, forever etched into the annals of cricketing folklore.
Ryan's cricketing world is rich with rivalries, yet one stands out—a friendly yet fierce rivalry with South African fast-bowler, Michael Kiara. Their encounters are celebrated in cricket circles, each meeting an epitome of sporting artistry that draws fans into their narratives of relentless skill and competitive spirit.
His approach to batting, whilst not as renowned as his bowling, is marked by adaptability. Often stepping up when his team is in need, Ryan converts tricky situations into recoveries with an unorthodox yet effective technique, dispatching balls to unexpected corners of the field.
One of the significant moments of Ryan's career came in a deciding match against India, his final over during nail-biting tension turned the game on its head, earning his team a place in the history books. Such performances underscore Ryan Drake’s formidable impact on the game—a relentless bowler, a savvy batsman, and an indisputable, if improbable, ambassador for cricket from the land of the rising sun.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.00 | 1 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 1 | - | 20.00 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2022-10-11
