Tom William Hartley, born on May 3, 1999, is an English cricketer representing both Lancashire and the England national team. In his Test Cricket debut against India in 2024, he showcased remarkable prowess by claiming 9 wickets.
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Tom Hartley Test Records & Stats
In his Test cricket career thus far, Tom Hartley has participated in a single match. While batting, he has accumulated a total of 57 runs at an average of 28.50, with his highest score being 34 runs. As a bowler, Hartley has delivered 308 balls, claiming 9 wickets at an impressive average of 21.44. Notably, he has achieved a five-wicket haul in an innings, with his best bowling figures being 7/62. Additionally, he has taken 1 catch while fielding.
| Competition | Test |
|---|---|
| Matches | 1 |
| Runs scored | 57 |
| Batting average | 28.50 |
| 100s/50s | 0/0 |
| Top score | 34 |
| Balls bowled | 308 |
| Wickets | 9 |
| Bowling average | 21.44 |
| 5 wickets in innings | 1 |
| 10 wickets in match | 0 |
| Best bowling | 7/62 |
| Catches/stumpings | 1/– |
Tom Hartley Test Career
Tom Hartley made his Test debut against India in the first match of the five-match Test series at Hyderabad in January 2024. Although he managed only two wickets in the first innings of his debut Test, he showcased his potential by claiming his maiden five-wicket haul during the second innings, ultimately securing seven wickets. Notably, his seven-wicket haul in the second innings marked the best performance by an England spinner on debut since Jim Laker achieved a similar feat in 1948.
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Tom Hartley Domestic Career
Tom Hartley commenced his first-class journey on August 1, 2020, representing Lancashire in the 2020 Bob Willis Trophy. His Twenty20 debut followed on August 27, 2020, also for Lancashire in the 2020 T20 Blast. In April 2022, he was acquired by the Manchester Originals for the 2022 season of The Hundred. Notably, Hartley had the honor of bowling the inaugural delivery in the history of the men’s Hundred during the first edition of the tournament in 2021.
Tom Hartley Personal Life
Tom Hartley is the son of former international runner Bill Hartley, who achieved a 4x400m gold medal at the 1974 European Athletics Championships. Additionally, he is an avid supporter of Everton F.C.
Tom Hartley Test Stats FAQs
1- What are the number of Test matches played by Tom Hartley?
Tom Hartley has played a total of 2 Test matches.
2- How many wickets has Tom Hartley taken in Tests?
He has taken 9 wickets in Test cricket.