Odean Smith is a 29‑year‑old Jamaican fast‑bowling all‑rounder who represented the West Indies from 2018 to 2023. He is known for his explosive lower‑order hitting and sharp pace, with franchise stints across the CPL, IPL, PSL, and other global leagues.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Odean Fabian Smith
- Born: 1 November 1996, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm fast‑medium
- Role: Bowling all‑rounder
- Domestic Teams: Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago
- Franchise Teams: Jamaica Tallawahs, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Punjab Kings (IPL 2022), Gujarat Titans (IPL 2023), Quetta Gladiators (PSL), Hobart Hurricanes (BBL), Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (CPL 2025), among others.
Career Highlights
- International Debut: T20I vs Pakistan, April 2018.
- ODI Debut: January 2022 vs Ireland – scored 46 off 19 balls and took wickets.
- Memorable Moments:
- Dismissed Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant in the same over (ODI, Ahmedabad 2022).
- Known for hitting sixes onto stadium roofs, echoing Andre Russell’s style.
- CPL Success: 18 wickets in CPL 2021 for Guyana Amazon Warriors.
- World Cup: Part of the West Indies squad for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.
Odean Smith Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 9 | 199 | 28.42 | 46 | 10 | 2/26 | |
| T20Is | 27 | 193 | 14.84 | 27* | 27 | 3/29 | |
| First‑Class | 24 | 865 | 21.62 | 73 | 50 | 5/68 | |
| List A | 57 | 948 | 28.72 | 68* | 64 | 5/65 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Fast‑medium pace, effective in short bursts, wicket‑taking ability.
- Batting: Explosive lower‑order hitter, capable of match‑turning cameos.
- Temperament: Aggressive, modeled his game on Andre Russell.
- Utility: Valuable in T20 leagues as a dual‑threat all‑rounder.
Conclusion
Odean Smith’s career showcases the modern West Indian all‑rounder archetype: pace bowling combined with power hitting. While his international tenure was brief, his franchise exploits across IPL, CPL, PSL, and BBL cemented his reputation as a global T20 specialist.
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