Tim Southee, Test Cricket Career one of New Zealand’s finest fast bowlers, has had a remarkable Test career marked by consistency and skill. With over 370 wickets in 95+ matches, he stands as a pillar of the Kiwi bowling attack. Known for his swing and accuracy, Southee’s contributions with the ball and occasional handy runs make him a true all-round asset in Test cricket.
Tim Southee announced his retirement from test cricket in 2024.
Making his test debut against England at Napier in 2008, Southee quickly established himself as one of the most effective pacers in the world. His partnership with Trent Boult is considered among the most potent bowling duos of all time.
His 7/64 against India in Bangalore in 2012 remains his best innings bowling figures in whites. Later in the same year, he claimed 11 wickets against the West Indies at an average of 21.09, helping the Kiwis secure their first away series win in the Caribbean. Southee’s contribution on the cricket field extends beyond just his bowling skills— the speedster made history by hitting his 50th six in only his 36th test match. He smashed 98 sixes in his test career, the joint fourth-most in test cricket.
He also played a crucial role in New Zealand’s run to 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. Playing his farewell test against England at Hamilton, Southee played a cameo with a quickfire 23 in the first innings. He followed up his batting brilliance with a couple of wickets in the second innings to help New Zealand to a massive 423-run victory.
Tim Southee bowling record in test cricket
Tim Southee finished with a total of 391 test wickets in 107 games at an average of 30.26. He claimed 15 five-wicket hauls and one ten-wicket match haul. His impressive tally makes him the second most successful New Zealand test bowler after Sir Richard Hadlee (431).
Tim Southee batting records in test cricket
Tim Southee scored 2245 runs in test cricket at an average of 15.5 and played several vital cameos for New Zealand. Southee hit 98 sixes and his career-best score of 77* came against England in 2008.
Bowling Records
| Matches | Wickets | Bowling Average | Best Bowling (Innings) | Best Bowling (Match) | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 391 | 30.26 | 7/64 | 10 wickets in a match | 15 | 1 |
Batting Records
| Matches | Runs | Batting Average | 50s | Highest Score | Sixes | Memorable Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 2245 | 15.50 | 0 | 77* | 98 | Joint 4th-most sixes in Tests |