Full Name: Kyle Alex Jamieson Date of Birth: December 30, 1994 Place of Birth: Auckland, New Zealand Role: Fast Bowler With jersey number 12 and a towering frame of 6 feet 8 inches, Kyle Jamieson cuts an intimidating figure on the cricket field. But beyond his sheer physical presence lies a skillful fast bowler whose sharp bounce, clever variations, and relentless discipline have made him one of the brightest stars in New Zealand’s post-Boult-Southee era. Born in Auckland, Jamieson originally started out as a batter in his teenage years. It wasn’t until his late teens that he turned to fast bowling—an unlikely shift that would change his career trajectory. He trained under former Kiwi pacer Dayle Hadlee and was molded into a serious prospect through years of domestic toil, especially with Canterbury and later Auckland in New Zealand’s domestic setup. Jamieson first made international headlines in February 2020, when he made a stunning ODI debut against India. In that match, he took 2 wickets and contributed a vital 25* with the bat to earn the Player of the Match award. The very next month, he made his Test debut, again against India, and turned the series on its head with match-winning spells—dismissing the likes of Kohli and Pujara with ease. What sets Jamieson apart isn't just his height, but how smartly he uses it. He extracts steep bounce, generates awkward angles, and bowls a nagging length that troubles even the best batters. He made an immediate impact in the longest format, picking up 36 wickets in his first six Tests, with multiple five-wicket hauls. His incredible ability to swing the ball both ways and use bounce as a weapon made him virtually unplayable in New Zealand conditions. One of the high points of his career came in June 2021, during the ICC World Test Championship Final against India in Southampton. Jamieson took 7 wickets in the match, including a stunning 5-for in the first innings, and dismissed Virat Kohli in both innings—earning the Player of the Match award and helping New Zealand secure the historic title. In addition to his bowling, Kyle is a handy lower-order batter capable of powerful hitting. He has notched up a couple of valuable Test fifties and played some match-saving knocks. His presence gives New Zealand much-needed depth and balance in all formats. Despite battling injuries that kept him out for long spells in 2022 and 2023, Jamieson has worked hard on his rehab and made a comeback to international cricket, determined and fitter than ever. Off the field, Jamieson is thoughtful, soft-spoken, and team-oriented. He is often seen mentoring younger players and is admired for his humility, work ethic, and composure. Wearing jersey number 12, Kyle Jamieson stands tall not just in stature but in character. He is a generational fast-bowling talent, and if managed well, could lead New Zealand’s pace attack for years to come—making batters around the world uncomfortable, one steep bouncer at a time.