Timothy Grant Southee, commonly known as Tim Southee, is a New Zealand cricketer who has made a name for himself in international cricket. Born on December 11, 1988, in Whangarei, New Zealand, Southee made his debut for the New Zealand national cricket team in 2008, and since then, he has become a valuable asset to the team.
Southee is a right-arm fast bowler who has the ability to swing the ball both ways. He is known for his accurate bowling and his ability to pick up wickets at crucial times. Southee has played a significant role in many of New Zealand’s victories, and his contributions have been instrumental in the team’s success over the years.
One of the defining moments of Southee’s career came in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he played a crucial role in New Zealand’s run to the final. In the quarterfinals against the West Indies, Southee took 7 wickets for just 33 runs, which is the best bowling performance by a New Zealand bowler in a World Cup match. His impressive performance in that match helped New Zealand reach the semifinals of the tournament, and eventually the final, where they lost to Australia.
Southee’s performances in Test cricket have been equally impressive. He has taken over 300 wickets in the format and has played a crucial role in New Zealand’s rise in the Test rankings. In 2017, he became the second New Zealand bowler after Richard Hadlee to take 200 Test wickets, and in 2020, he became the second-fastest New Zealander to reach 300 Test wickets.
Southee has also been a regular feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the years. He has represented teams such as Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Mumbai Indians, and has impressed with his performances in the tournament. In 2019, he was part of the Mumbai Indians team that won the IPL, and his contributions with the ball were instrumental in the team’s success.
Off the field
Southee is known for his calm and composed demeanor. He is a respected member of the New Zealand cricket team and is known to be a team player who is always willing to help his teammates. He is also actively involved in charitable work and has been associated with organizations such as the Cancer Society of New Zealand and the New Zealand Red Cross.
