Kyle Jamieson is a New Zealand international cricketer. He plays for Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League and Canterbury in domestic cricket. He was born in Auckland. He recorded the best T20 bowling figures in New Zealand when he took 6 wickets for 7 runs in the 2018–19 Super Smash, which were also the third-best figures in T20 history overall.
Jamieson made his international debut against India in February 2020 at Eden Park. He claimed two five-wicket hauls in his first four Tests and has also contributed useful runs with the bat. He was an important part of New Zealand’s side that won the 2019–2021 ICC World Test Championship. In the final, he took five wickets in the first innings and was named Player of the Match.
He was named Player of the Match in the ICC World Test Championship Final after taking seven wickets, including a five-wicket haul in the first innings. Jamieson was selected in the ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year for 2021. He was later selected for New Zealand’s squad for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup following Adam Milne’s withdrawal.
Who are Kyle Jamieson parents?
Kyle Jamieson’s parents are Michael and Cheryl Jamieson. Michael Jamieson is a former cricketer and still plays club cricket. He opens the batting for Papatoetoe’s 2B side. He was an aggressive batsman, and Kyle followed a similar batting style early in his career.
Kyle Jamieson grew up loving both basketball and cricket. Because of his height, basketball came naturally to him, and he even trained with the New Zealand Breakers academy for a year. He played as a point guard and enjoyed shooting three-pointers, but cricket slowly became his main focus during his early teens.
Michael was not a pushy parent. He never forced Kyle to choose cricket. When Kyle was around eight years old, he told his father that he wanted to become a New Zealand Black Cap after watching a match on TV. Michael realised then that his son was serious.
His only advice to Kyle was about hard work. He told him that if he never made the Black Caps, it should not be because he did not try hard enough. Michael often helped by throwing balls to Kyle in the nets.
Kyle Jamieson holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce, specialising in Supply Chain Management. Michael mentioned this as an option if cricket had not worked out.
Kyle Jamieson Father – Michael Jamieson
Kyle Jamieson’s father is Michael Jamieson. He is from Auckland and works as a mechanical engineer. He also still plays cricket. Kyle is 6 feet 8 inches tall, and people used to stare at him in school. Kyle felt awkward about it. Michael told him that one day, people would stare because he would be famous for his achievements.
Michael was present for Kyle’s Test debut against India in 2020. He watched Kyle dismiss Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara on the opening day. Michael described it as something that “doesn’t get better”.
He supported Kyle’s sports choices growing up. Kyle played basketball and cricket, and at 17, he chose to pursue cricket professionally. Michael was comfortable with the decision because Kyle had academics as a backup.
Michael has had a major influence on Kyle’s career. Kyle himself said that his journey is also his parents’ journey and that he is proud to have his father’s support. Michael still plays cricket and shared that during backyard matches, he would bat while Kyle bowled.
Kyle Jamieson Mother – Sheryl Jamieson
Kyle Jamieson’s mother is Sheryl Jamieson. She came into public attention during Kyle’s debut for the New Zealand Blackcaps. She shared a heartfelt message at that time, expressing great pride in his cricketing achievements.
Does Kyle Jamieson have a sister?
Kyle Jamieson has a sister named Britt Jamieson.
FAQs
Q. Where was Kyle Jamieson born?
A. Kyle Jamieson was born in Auckland.
Q. Which IPL team does Kyle Jamieson play for?
A. Kyle Jamieson plays for the Delhi Capitals.
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