Steffan Gooch

Steffan Gooch
Nationality: Estonia
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1984-10-05 Age: 40
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Steffan Gooch, born on 5th October 1984, in the quaint town of Tunbridge Wells, carved his niche in the world of cricket with a distinctive blend of flair and grit. His journey into the sport began within the leafy surroundings of the Kent countryside, where he first took up the gloves as a schoolboy. The steady improvement in his wicketkeeping skills, combined with a burgeoning talent as a left-handed batsman, soon caught the eye of local coaches.

Gooch's break into the professional circuit came in his early 20s after years honing his skills in domestic leagues. His debut for the Kent County Cricket Club was nothing short of impressive. He quickly established himself as a reliable lower-middle-order batsman and a dexterous wicketkeeper, often praised for his agile glove work and sharp tactical mind behind the stumps.

Throughout his career, Gooch's contributions played a pivotal role in several of his team's triumphs. A standout moment was his instrumental performance in the 2008 County Championship, where his critical late-order runs and pivotal behind-the-stumps performances led Kent to victory. His ability to balance aggression with measured restraint in crucial games became a hallmark of his batting style.

Gooch's rivalry with Worcestershire’s ace bowler, Alex Houghton, often brought out the best in both players and became a talking point in the domestic circuit. Their on-field encounters always managed to add an extra layer of drama and excitement.

Characterised by his left-handed batting stance, Gooch was known for his elegant drives and the ability to manoeuvre seamlessly through the field. While primarily a batsman and keeper, he occasionally rolled his arm over with right-arm fast-medium deliveries, proving effective in breaking partnerships and adding value to his team with his strategic plays.

One of his most memorable innings came in a one-day tie against Surrey, where he notched up a blistering 85 not out, orchestrating a tense run chase that etched his name among Kent's greats. This innings, along with numerous others, underscored his influence and lasting impact on the cricket grounds of England.

Steffan Gooch remains a celebrated figure in English cricket, admired not just for his on-field prowess, but also for his dedication to the sport. His story serves as an inspiration to young cricketers aspiring to leave their mark on the game.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 58 55 18 1606 107 29.20 726 221.21 2 8 141 113

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T10 35 23 18 418 36.1 23.22 11.58 14 0 1 1 0

Last updated: 2025-05-24
Regular Season, 30th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 24, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
101/1 (6.1)
Tartu Wolves
100/8 (10)
Tallinn Hippos won by 9 wickets (with 23 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Priyanga Dharmaratne
Regular Season, 25th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 23, 2025
Tallinn Stallions
114/5 (7.5)
Tallinn Hippos
113/9 (10)
Tallinn Stallions won by 5 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Junaid Khan
Regular Season, 23rd Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 23, 2025
Tallinn Strikers
126/1 (5.1)
Tallinn Hippos
125/1 (8)
Tallinn Strikers won by 9 wickets (with 29 balls remainig)
Player of the Match
Habib Khan
Regular Season, 19th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 22, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
70/1 (5.3)
Tallinn Riders
69/9 (10)
Tallinn Hippos won by 9 wickets (with 27 balls remianing)
Player of the Match
Romeo Ramesh Tanna
Regular Season, 17th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 22, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
92/2 (5.1)
Tallinn United
88/7 (10)
Tallinn Hippos won by 8 wickets (with 29 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Jordan O'Brien
Regular Season, 15th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 21, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
120/2 (5.4)
Tartu Wolves
114/7 (10)
Tartu Wolves won by 8 wickets (with 26 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Aditya Paul
Regular Season, 10th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 20, 2025
Tallinn Stallions
97/1 (6.5)
Tallinn Hippos
94/3 (10)
Tallinn Stallions won by 9 wickets (with 19 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Junaid Khan
Regular Season, 8th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 20, 2025
Tallinn Strikers
120/8 (10)
Tallinn Hippos
121/0 (6.4)
Tallinn Hippos won by 10 wickets (with 20 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
David Robson
Regular Season, 4th Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 19, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
80/3 (5.5)
Tallinn Riders
78/3 (10)
Tallinn Hippos won by 7 wickets (with 25 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Steffan Gooch
Regular Season, 2nd Match, European Cricket Series Tallinn - May 19, 2025
Tallinn Hippos
163/2 (10)
Tallinn United
36/8 (7)
Tallinn Hippos won by 127 runs
Player of the Match
Steffan Gooch

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