Trent Boult

Trent Boult, the left-arm swing specialist from New Zealand, began his professional journey with a First-Class debut for the New Zealand ‘A’ side during their 2007 tour of India, before representing his country at the 2008 Under-19 World Cup. Although he was around the national setup for a while, Boult made his Test debut in December 2011 at Hobart and made an immediate impact by dismissing Michael Hussey as his first Test wicket. His four-wicket haul in that match played a key role in New Zealand’s historic Test win in Australia - their first since 1985.

Boult quickly established himself as a consistent wicket-taker across conditions, delivering standout performances against major teams. One of his early career highlights came at the Basin Reserve against West Indies, where he claimed his maiden 10-wicket match haul and earned his first Man of the Match award. His strong Test performances paved the way for opportunities in white-ball cricket, including selection for the 2014 T20 World Cup, where he impressed in limited appearances.

Renowned for his ability to swing the ball both ways at pace, Boult became a vital part of New Zealand’s bowling attack. His excellence peaked during the 2015 ODI World Cup, where he finished as the joint-highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets. His memorable spell of 5 for 28 against Australia in the group stage underlined his match-winning ability, while other strong performances throughout the tournament solidified his reputation as one of the premier fast bowlers in world cricket.