Nationality: Scotland
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1993-02-21 Age: 32
George Munsey, known as the reverse-sweeping demon of the Associate world, was born and raised in Oxford with dreams of becoming a professional golfer.
However, fate would take him on a different path, leading him to become one of Scotland's finest cricket players.
At the age of 13, Munsey received a golf scholarship to the Loretto School, located just outside Edinburgh.
Little did he know that this decision would change the course of his life.
While at the school, Munsey began captaining the cricket team, and it was during this time that he discovered his passion for the team environment that the sport offered.
After graduating from Loretto School, Munsey made the decision to stay in Edinburgh and pursue his cricket career.
He started playing club cricket and worked his way up the ladder, honing his skills and showcasing his unique style of play.
Munsey's dedication and hard work paid off when he made his T20I debut for Scotland in 2015 against Ireland.
Known for his revolutionary reverse sweep, Munsey quickly became a dominant force at the top of Scotland's T20I side.
He consistently disrupted opposition bowling attacks with his unorthodox shot selection.
In a notable performance during the T20 World Cup Qualifier on home soil, Munsey scored his maiden international fifty, further solidifying his position in the team.
As the years went by, Munsey continued to showcase his talent and adapt his game to overcome challenges.
Teams began to scout him and devise strategies to counter his signature shot.
In response, Munsey reverted to his golfing roots, using his drive and determination to score crucial half-centuries during the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.
One such innings was a Player-of-the-Match performance that resulted in a famous upset win over West Indies.
In addition to his impressive T20I performances, Munsey also excels in the ODI format.
He typically bats lower down the order, taking on spinners in the middle overs.
His vast repertoire of sweeps allows him to manipulate the field and score crucial runs.
Munsey's ability to adapt to different situations has also made him an effective finisher, showcasing his versatility as a batting threat.
With a promising career ahead of him, Munsey continues to make significant contributions to Scottish cricket.
His unique style of play, combined with his dedication and versatility, make him a valuable asset to the team.
As he continues to push boundaries and disrupt traditional cricketing norms, George Munsey has solidified his status as one of Scotland's finest cricket players.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 41 | 40 | 6 | 1637 | 103 | 40.93 | 1761 | 92.96 | 1 | 14 | 55 | 165 |
| T20I | 47 | 47 | 3 | 1413 | 127 | 30.06 | 984 | 143.60 | 1 | 9 | 77 | 139 |
| T20 | 36 | 35 | 2 | 801 | 69 | 22.89 | 606 | 132.18 | 0 | 8 | 48 | 67 |
| T10 | 21 | 20 | 4 | 356 | 100 | 17.80 | 208 | 171.15 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 28 |
| List A | 5 | 5 | 0 | 302 | 108 | 60.40 | 315 | 95.87 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 41 |
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 |
| T10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-05-08
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