Tim Southee Test cricket career in numbers

On December 17, 2024, seasoned New Zealand fast bowler Tim Southee concluded his illustrious test career, which lasted for 16 years.

Making his test debut against England in Napier in 2008, Southee swiftly proved himself to be one of the most proficient fast bowlers globally. His partnership with Trent Boult is regarded as one of the most formidable bowling partnerships in history.

His 7/64 against India in Bangalore in 2012 remains his best innings bowling figures in whites. Subsequently, in the same year, he took 11 wickets against the West Indies, achieving an average of 21.09, which contributed to the New Zealand team's first away series victory in the Caribbean.

Southee's impact on the cricket field transcends his bowling abilities; the fast bowler achieved a remarkable milestone by hitting his 50th six in just his 36th test match. Throughout his test career, he has struck a total of 98 sixes, placing him joint fourth in the all-time rankings for sixes in test cricket.

He played an essential role in New Zealand's journey to securing the ICC WTC 201-21 title. He was appointed as New Zealand’s test captain in 2022, following Kane Williamson’s resignation from the role.

In his farewell Test match against England at Hamilton, Southee made a notable contribution by scoring a brisk 23 runs in the first innings. He complemented his batting performance by taking two wickets in the second innings, aiding New Zealand in achieving a commanding victory by 423 runs.

Tim Southee bowling record in Test cricket

Tim Southee finished his Test career with a remarkable total of 391 wickets across 107 matches, achieving an average of 30.26. He recorded 15 instances of taking five wickets in an innings and one occasion of capturing ten wickets in a match. This outstanding achievement positions him as the second most successful Test bowler for New Zealand, following Sir Richard Hadlee, who took 431 wickets.

Tim Southee batting records in Test cricket

Tim Southee accumulated a total of 2,245 runs in Test cricket, maintaining an average of 15.5, and contributed significantly to New Zealand's efforts with several crucial innings. Throughout his career, Southee struck 98 sixes and his career-best score of 77* came against England in 2008.

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