Mitchell Hay: New Zealand’s rising wicketkeeper-batter

[Bhaijaan]

Mitchell James Hay, born on August 20, 2000, in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, is a professional cricketer renowned for his role as a wicketkeeper-batsman. A product of Christchurch Boys’ High School and the Burnside West Christchurch University Cricket Club, Hay showcased his cricketing prowess early on by representing his school in three Gillette Cup National Secondary Schools tournaments.

Hay’s domestic career has been marked by his dynamic middle-order batting and athletic wicketkeeping skills. His consistent performances for Canterbury over recent seasons have solidified his position as the team’s primary wicketkeeper across all formats.

Internationally, Hay has made significant contributions to the New Zealand national team. Notably, on April 2, 2025, he played a pivotal innings, scoring an unbeaten 99 off 78 balls against Pakistan in the second One Day International (ODI) at Seddon Park, Hamilton. His aggressive batting in the final overs propelled New Zealand to a total of 292-8, demonstrating his ability to perform under pressure.

Beyond his batting achievements, Hay has been recognized for his exceptional fielding. In a T20 International against Sri Lanka on January 2, 2025, he executed a remarkable catch to dismiss Pathum Nissanka, highlighting his agility and commitment on the field.

As of April 2025, Mitchell Hay continues to be a vital asset to New Zealand cricket, with fans and analysts alike anticipating his future contributions to the sport.

 

[BouncerGuy]

Very fluent with those half-trackers shots.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1907239069945401638

 

[Bhaijaan]

NZ has more talent than any cricket nation in the world right now

 

[BouncerGuy]

Hay praises New Zealand’s fresh outfit after series win over Pakistan

Speaking after the Black Caps secured ODI series win against Pakistan, Mitchell Hay was full of praise for the young New Zealand side.

Extending their dominant run in white-ball cricket, New Zealand gained an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series with an 84-run victory over Pakistan in Hamilton.

With several first team regulars away on franchise duty, the Black Caps fielded a relatively inexperienced group for the match. However, Mitchell Hay emphasized that while some players may lack international caps, the team is well-rounded.

“There's some pretty experienced guys here, both internationally and domestically, which have been great to talk to and learn from," Hay told reporters after the second ODI.

“Yeah, probably on paper, guys haven't played a lot of international cricket, but there's some experienced guys in the group still with some great knowledge to tap into, which has been really cool.

“It's awesome that there is good competition for spots, and I think it's a good place for New Zealand cricket to be in. Hopefully, just keep pushing each other to get better and keep trying to win games for New Zealand, which is really cool.”

Mitchell Hay fell just one run short of his maiden international century, scoring a blistering 99 off 78 balls to pave way for New Zealand's win the second ODI. His partnership with Muhammad Abbas proved to be a game-changer for New Zealand, stabilizing the innings after a challenging start with the bat.

Hay acknowledged the challenging start, emphasizing the importance of absorbing pressure before taking a counter-attacking approach.

“Yeah, it was pretty tough out there to start with. It was just a time that me and Mo talked about trying to absorb a bit of pressure and then hopefully be able to apply it a bit later on,” he said.

“Mo was great. He was a pretty calming influence out there. To be honest, he's crazy mature beyond his years and it was really nice to bat with him out there. It was good that we could put a bit of pressure on later, which was nice.”

Hay also praised the stand-in skipper, Michael Bracewell, who has led New Zealand throughout the series in full-time captain Mitchell Santner's absence - securing both the ODI and T20 series.

“Yeah, he's been great. He's such a good leader. Just the small chats people don't see, but he's just a guy that when he speaks, everyone listens.

“Similar to Mitch Santner as well, just a really calming influence over the group and just a really strong, natural leader and he's been really cool to play under.”

ICC

 

[Bhaijaan]

He will have to do well against other nation too otherwise he will just be part of the long list of lulloo players made to look great by Pakistan teams bro.

 

[Kianig89]

NZ keepers the abundance of riches

Latham Young Blundell Conway Hay , too much talent reminds us of Italian football team of keepers from 90s.

Peruzzi, Paglauica , Toldo, Rossi & Buffon

 

[jamie smith fan]

Lol he is a rubbish player.
He has a list A average of 22 but pak bowlers made him look like a world beater lmao .

 

[Rana]

Mitchell James Hay, born on August 20, 2000, in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, is a professional cricketer renowned for his role as a wicketkeeper-batsman. A product of Christchurch Boys’ High School and the Burnside West Christchurch University Cricket Club, Hay showcased his cricketing prowess early on by representing his school in three Gillette Cup National Secondary Schools tournaments.

Hay’s domestic career has been marked by his dynamic middle-order batting and athletic wicketkeeping skills. His consistent performances for Canterbury over recent seasons have solidified his position as the team’s primary wicketkeeper across all formats.

Internationally, Hay has made significant contributions to the New Zealand national team. Notably, on April 2, 2025, he played a pivotal innings, scoring an unbeaten 99 off 78 balls against Pakistan in the second One Day International (ODI) at Seddon Park, Hamilton. His aggressive batting in the final overs propelled New Zealand to a total of 292-8, demonstrating his ability to perform under pressure.

Beyond his batting achievements, Hay has been recognized for his exceptional fielding. In a T20 International against Sri Lanka on January 2, 2025, he executed a remarkable catch to dismiss Pathum Nissanka, highlighting his agility and commitment on the field.

As of April 2025, Mitchell Hay continues to be a vital asset to New Zealand cricket, with fans and analysts alike anticipating his future contributions to the sport.

Check his List A stats, he would never be considered to play for Pakistan with those stats according to guys like @Major


instead he got his chance with NZ and then played one of the GOAT knocks against Pakistan cricket in challenging conditions.

 

[jamie smith fan]

NZ keepers the abundance of riches

Latham Young Blundell Conway Hay , too much talent reminds us of Italian football team of keepers from 90s.

Peruzzi, Paglauica , Toldo, Rossi & Buffo

Buffon is from 2000s not 90s.

 

[Kianig89]

Buffon is from 2000s not 90s.

Debut in 95 , all 5 part of FIFA98

 

[Bhaijaan]

Buffon is from 2000s not 90s.

He been playing since 1995 chico