Callum Stow is a 23‑year‑old Australian left‑arm wrist‑spin bowler and right‑handed batter. He plays for Victoria in domestic cricket, Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League, and has recently featured for the San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Callum James Stow
- Born: 27 August 2002, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Left‑arm wrist spin
- Role: Bowler
- Domestic Teams: Victoria (2024–26)
- Franchise Teams: Melbourne Renegades (BBL), San Francisco Unicorns (MLC)
Career Highlights
- Victoria Debut: November 2024 vs Guyana Amazon Warriors in the Global Super League.
- BBL Debut: January 2025 vs Hobart Hurricanes for Melbourne Renegades.
- MLC 2026: Played for San Francisco Unicorns, including a standout 4/25 vs Lahore Qalandars.
- Development: Selected for Cricket Victoria’s elite program in July 2024.
- Recognition: Touted as a potential successor to Nathan Lyon in spin bowling discussions.
Callum Stow Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowl Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| List A | 2 | 5 | 5.00 | 4 | 2 | 1/61 | 72.50 | 8.52 |
| T20s (overall) | 17 | 12 | 4.00 | 7* | 22 | 4/17 | 18.13 | 6.70 |
| BBL (Renegades) | 6 | 1 | – | 1* | 6 | 2/24 | 24.33 | 7.36 |
| MLC (Unicorns) | 5 | 3 | – | 1 | 7 | 4/25 | 20.00 | 6.50 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Left‑arm wrist spin, noted for variations and control.
- Batting: Lower‑order right‑hander, limited contributions so far.
- Temperament: Young, energetic, developing consistency in franchise cricket.
- Utility: Specialist spinner, valuable in T20 formats.
Conclusion
Callum Stow’s career is still in its early stages, but his left‑arm wrist spin has already earned him franchise opportunities in Australia and the USA. His performances for Melbourne Renegades and San Francisco Unicorns highlight his potential as a rising spin option, with his 4/25 in MLC standing out as a breakthrough spell.
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