Nathan Smith is a 28‑year‑old New Zealand bowling all‑rounder who debuted internationally in 2024. He plays as a right‑arm medium‑fast bowler and right‑handed batter, representing New Zealand and Wellington, with stints in English county cricket for Worcestershire and Surrey.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Nathan Gregory Smith
- Born: 15 July 1998, Dunedin, New Zealand
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm medium‑fast
- Role: Bowling all‑rounder
- Domestic Teams: Otago (2015–21), Wellington (2021–25), Worcestershire (2024), Surrey (2025)
- International Career: 2024–present
Career Highlights
- U‑19 World Cup 2016: Represented New Zealand.
- Domestic Breakthrough: Took 5/14 vs Northern Districts in 2019 Super Smash.
- County Cricket:
- Worcestershire (2024) – 27 wickets before hamstring injury.
- Surrey (2025) – continued strong performances.
- International Debuts:
- ODI: Nov 2024 vs Sri Lanka.
- Test: Nov 2024 vs England (Christchurch).
- T20I: Apr 2026 vs Bangladesh.
- Champions Trophy 2025: Part of New Zealand’s runner‑up squad.
Nathan Smith Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Wickets | Bowl Avg | Best Bowling | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 8 | 210 | 17.50 | 34 | 25.26 | 6/40 | |
| ODIs | 19 | 89 | 9.88 | 22 | 35.45 | 4/42 | |
| T20Is | 2 | 2 | – | 3 | 15.66 | 2/14 | |
| First‑Class | 69 | 2,448 | 26.32 | 208 | 25.55 | 6/25 | |
| List A | 74 | 1,150 | 23.95 | 84 | 33.38 | 4/42 | |
| T20s | 75 | 550 | 15.27 | 78 | 24.64 | 5/14 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Consistent seam movement, effective in longer formats.
- Batting: Lower‑order contributor, capable of gritty innings.
- Temperament: Resilient, bounced back from injuries to secure international caps.
- Utility: Reliable all‑rounder, especially in Tests and domestic cricket.
Conclusion
Nathan Smith’s career reflects steady growth from domestic promise to international recognition. His ability to deliver long spells and chip in with the bat makes him a valuable squad player for New Zealand. If he sustains fitness, he could evolve into a dependable all‑rounder across formats.
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