ODI World Cups: Sharjah Warriorz have announced the addition of Tim Southee, one of modern cricket’s best fast bowlers from New Zealand, to the squad for the upcoming edition of the ILT20. Having played in 4 ODI World Cups and 6 T20 World Cups, Southee will captain the Sharjah Warriorz in what is his first appearance in the tournament.
Southee has captained the New Zealand men’s cricket team across formats, at various points in his career. The 36-year-old has played in 10 seasons of the IPL in India, turning out for the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and also showcased his trade in The Hundred and the Vitality Blast in the UK.
The New Zealander, who began his international career at the age of 19, made his debut in T20I cricket first, after which he went on to play his first games in ODIs and Tests for his country. On debut in T20Is against England, Southee’s first international wicket was that of Paul Collingwood. Overall, he has played 126 T20Is and has 164 wickets to his name, at an economy of 8. The ace pacer’s best bowling figures in T20Is are 5/18.
