Josh Hazlewood is an Australian international fast bowler renowned for his accuracy, steep bounce and ability to extract movement from the pitch. Born on January 8, 1991, in Tamworth, New South Wales, he developed from a teenager playing cricket in rural Australia into one of his country’s most dependable pace bowlers. Standing 196 cm tall, Hazlewood has been a major part of Australia’s success across Test cricket, one-day internationals and T20 internationals. His achievements include the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups, the 2021 T20 World Cup and the 2021 Indian Premier League title with Chennai Super Kings. His combination of control, discipline and tactical adaptability has made him an important partner for Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc in Australia’s fast-bowling attack.
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Josh Hazlewood Career Stats
| Format | Career | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Bat Avg | 50s | 100s | Wickets | BBI | Bowl Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TESTCareer source | 2014– | 71 | 88 | 510 | 39 | 11.86 | — | — | 279 | 6/67 | 24.57 |
| ODIRecorded matches only | 2010–2025 | 95 | 61 | 135 | 23 | 15.00 | 0 | 0 | 140 | — | 27.78 |
| T20ICareer source | 2013– | 52 | — | 29 | 13* | 9.66 | 0 | 0 | 67 | 4/12 | 22.10 |
| First-ClassRecorded matches only | 2019–2025 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 1.80 | 0 | 0 | 14 | — | 32.36 |
| List ARecorded matches only | 2021–2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 30.00 |
| T20Recorded matches only | 2011–2026 | 70 | 12 | 36 | 12 | 18.00 | 0 | 0 | 97 | — | 22.49 |
This compact table is rendered directly from the shared per-format source selection; recorded-only rows are explicitly labelled. Detailed opponent, venue, year and dismissal analysis remains on the full stats page.
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Josh Hazlewood Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Josh Reginald Hazlewood |
| Date of birth | January 8, 1991 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Profession | International cricketer |
| Playing role | Fast bowler |
| Batting style | Left-handed |
| Bowling style | Right-arm fast-medium |
| Height | 196 cm (6 ft 5 in approximately) |
| Nickname | Bendemeer Bullet |
| State team | New South Wales |
| IPL franchise | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| Previous IPL franchise | Chennai Super Kings |
| ODI debut | June 22, 2010, against England |
| T20I debut | February 13, 2013, against West Indies |
| Test debut | December 17, 2014, against India |
| Major individual award | ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year, 2015 |
| International status | Australian international cricketer |
Sources: Cricket Australia, ICC and established cricket statistics profiles.
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Who Is Josh Hazlewood?
Josh Hazlewood is a right-arm fast-medium bowler who represents Australia in international cricket and has played domestic cricket for New South Wales. He is particularly effective when he can maintain a consistent line around the off stump, use the seam to create movement and make batters play repeatedly outside their preferred scoring areas.
His career is notable for succeeding in all three major international formats. Test cricket rewards his discipline and endurance, ODI cricket allows him to control the innings through sustained spells, and T20 cricket has required him to develop slower balls, changes of pace and skills for bowling at the start and end of an innings.
Hazlewood is frequently compared with former Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath because of his accuracy and ability to build pressure. The comparison is primarily about their approach to bowling, rather than a claim that their careers or statistical records are identical.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Early Life, Childhood and Bendemeer Background
Josh Hazlewood grew up around Bendemeer, a small rural community near Tamworth in New South Wales. His upbringing away from Australia’s largest cities became an important part of his public cricket story. The relatively small local population meant that informal cricket opportunities and family support played a significant role in his early development.
Cricket Australia has documented how Hazlewood’s rural upbringing helped shape his outlook. The discipline required to develop as a fast bowler, the family sacrifices involved in travelling for cricket and his early experiences in a small community all formed part of his progression toward elite cricket.
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How Josh Hazlewood Started Playing Cricket
Hazlewood developed his cricket in regional New South Wales before attracting attention at state level. His physical height, right-arm pace and ability to bowl with control made him an unusual prospect for a teenager.
His rise was rapid:
- He developed his game in the Bendemeer and Tamworth region.
- He represented New South Wales at only 17.
- He became the youngest fast bowler to represent New South Wales at the time.
- He progressed into Australia’s youth cricket pathway.
- He made his senior international ODI debut in 2010, aged 19.
His early selection demonstrated that Australian selectors saw more than raw pace. Hazlewood’s ability to maintain a disciplined line and length was already a defining feature of his bowling.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Family: Parents, Brother and Personal Life
Hazlewood has spoken publicly about the influence of his family and the sacrifices involved in developing a professional cricket career. His family background is best understood through the documented role of his parents and older brother in his early life.
Verified family details
- Father: Trevor Hazlewood. He encouraged his sons’ cricket and has spoken publicly about his role in their development.
- Brother: Aaron Hazlewood, Josh’s older brother. Josh has credited Aaron with helping introduce him to cricket.
- Mother: Her name and occupation should not be stated without stronger, independently verified public evidence.
- Spouse and children: Personal-life details should be confirmed against a reliable, current source before publishing specific names or family claims.
A profile published by The Indian Express describes the large backyard where Josh and Aaron played cricket growing up. Their father, Trevor, explained that he was busy when the boys were young but encouraged them. Josh also reflected on similarities in his and his father’s physical build. These details provide a more specific account of the family’s influence than a generic claim that his parents supported his career.
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The Role of Family in His Cricket Development
Hazlewood’s progress required moving beyond the limited opportunities available in a small rural community. His family helped support the practical demands of developing as a young fast bowler, including the travel and commitment associated with higher-level cricket.
His older brother’s involvement is particularly relevant because it connects the family story directly to his introduction to the sport. The available reporting supports this influence, but it does not justify inventing detailed claims about every family member’s occupation or private life.
Josh Hazlewood’s Education, Height and Bowling Style
Hazlewood attended Bendemeer High School, a small school in the community where he grew up. A report by The Indian Express describes the school’s very small student population, illustrating the rural environment in which he developed.
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His publicly documented physical and technical profile includes:
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Height | 196 cm |
| Bowling arm | Right |
| Bowling type | Fast-medium |
| Batting hand | Left |
| Main bowling strengths | Accuracy, seam movement and bounce |
| Childhood environment | Bendemeer, near Tamworth |
His height gives him a high release point, helping him generate bounce even when he is not bowling at maximum pace. He does not depend exclusively on extreme speed: his accuracy, ability to make small adjustments and repeat his action are central to his effectiveness.
Detailed information about additional qualifications, university education or a formal private academy pathway should not be added without reliable confirmation.
Josh Hazlewood’s Domestic Cricket Career and New South Wales Breakthrough
New South Wales gave Hazlewood an early opportunity to develop against senior cricketers. His selection at 17 marked a major step from youth cricket into the professional environment, where he had to prove that his control and temperament could translate to a higher level.
He made his first-class debut for New South Wales against the touring New Zealand side at the Sydney Cricket Ground in November 2008. That experience provided an early introduction to the longer format in which he would eventually establish himself as one of Australia’s leading bowlers.
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New South Wales and First-Class Development
His state career allowed him to build the workload and tactical understanding required for international cricket. First-class cricket places particular demands on a fast bowler: spells may need to be sustained over long periods, while the bowler must also adjust to changing pitch conditions and batter behaviour.
Hazlewood’s strengths suited this environment. Rather than relying on a succession of high-risk deliveries, he could maintain pressure through accurate bowling, force mistakes and exploit movement when conditions offered assistance.
His state career also provided a platform for selection in Australia A and other representative sides, strengthening his experience before and during his international career.
Domestic Career at a Glance
- State team: New South Wales.
- First-class debut: November 2008.
- Representative progression: New South Wales, Australia Under-19 and Australia A.
- Primary domestic contribution: Fast bowling in first-class and limited-overs cricket.
Josh Hazlewood’s International Career: From Teenage ODI Debut to Australia’s Pace Attack
Hazlewood’s international career began in one-day cricket before he established himself in Tests and later became an important T20 bowler. His progression across formats reflects the development of a fast bowler whose basic strengths remained consistent while his tactical role evolved.
Josh Hazlewood’s International Debuts
| Format | Debut date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | June 22, 2010 | England | Southampton |
| T20I | February 13, 2013 | West Indies | Brisbane |
| Test | December 17, 2014 | India | Brisbane |
Hazlewood’s ODI debut came when he was 19, making him the youngest Australian player to debut in that format at the time. His Test debut followed four years later, against India at the Gabba, where he took five wickets in the first innings.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Test Cricket Career
Test cricket has been central to Hazlewood’s reputation. His approach is built around repeatedly challenging the outside edge, maintaining a demanding length and using bounce to create uncertainty for batters.
His Test debut against India in December 2014 immediately demonstrated his ability to perform at international level. He took five wickets in the first innings, announcing himself as a serious option in Australia’s pace attack.
Across subsequent seasons, he became a regular member of the group alongside Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins. The three bowlers offer different strengths, but Hazlewood’s consistency provides a foundation around which Australia can plan longer spells and pressure-building sequences.
Selected Test career figures, through the latest available 2026 statistical updates:
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 79 |
| Wickets | 311 |
| Bowling average | 23.71 |
| Economy rate | 2.78 |
| Bowling strike rate | 51.17 |
| Best innings figures | 6/49 |
| Best match figures | 9/79 |
| Five-wicket innings | 15 |
These totals are drawn from published career-statistics profiles and should be reconciled with the latest official scorecards before a database is updated.
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Josh Hazlewood’s ODI Career
Hazlewood’s ODI career includes two major World Cup triumphs, in 2015 and 2023. His role in the 50-over format has involved taking wickets with the new ball, controlling scoring opportunities and returning when captains need reliable overs.
His accuracy is particularly valuable in ODIs because it limits easy boundary opportunities and forces batters to manufacture scoring options. The combination of seam movement and bounce can also create chances during the middle overs, rather than restricting his impact to the opening spell.
Selected ODI career figures:
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 99 |
| Wickets | 148 |
| Bowling average | 27.68 |
| Economy rate | 4.77 |
| Bowling strike rate | 34.81 |
| Best bowling | 6/52 |
| Five-wicket innings | 3 |
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Josh Hazlewood’s T20 International Career
T20 cricket initially presented a different challenge for Hazlewood. His traditional strength was sustained accuracy, while the shortest format demands an ability to manage boundary hitters, vary pace and execute plans under pressure.
He made his T20I debut against West Indies in February 2013. Over time, he developed a more versatile T20 skill set, becoming a bowler Australia could use across different phases of an innings.
His importance was demonstrated at the 2021 T20 World Cup, where Australia won the title for the first time. His ability to deliver accurate spells and create pressure helped make him a useful member of the tournament-winning attack.
Selected T20I career figures:
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 60 |
| Wickets | 79 |
| Bowling average | 21.27 |
| Economy rate | 7.48 |
| Bowling strike rate | 17.06 |
| Best bowling | 4/12 |
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Josh Hazlewood’s World Cup Career and Major ICC Tournaments
Hazlewood’s career has included major international titles in both 50-over and T20 cricket. These tournaments helped establish his reputation as a bowler who could contribute to teams competing for the biggest prizes.
2015 Cricket World Cup
Hazlewood was part of Australia’s 2015 ODI World Cup-winning squad. His selection reflected the confidence placed in his ability to bowl accurately and complement Australia’s other fast bowlers.
Australia won the tournament on home soil, defeating New Zealand in the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Hazlewood’s involvement in the campaign formed part of his early international success.
2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Australia won its first men’s T20 World Cup in 2021, defeating New Zealand in the final in Dubai. Hazlewood played an important role in the campaign, applying his accuracy and variations in a format where one expensive over can change a match.
His success in this tournament demonstrated how a bowler traditionally associated with Test and ODI cricket could become effective in the shortest international format.
2023 Cricket World Cup
Hazlewood was again part of a World Cup-winning Australian side in 2023. Australia defeated India in the final in Ahmedabad to claim its sixth men’s ODI World Cup title.
The victory added another major tournament achievement to Hazlewood’s career and reinforced his value as part of a balanced bowling attack.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Major Tournament Achievements
- 2015 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup winner.
- 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup winner.
- 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup winner.
- Member of Australia’s pace attack during a period of success across international formats.
Josh Hazlewood’s IPL Career: Chennai Super Kings to Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Hazlewood’s Indian Premier League career has shown his ability to adapt his international strengths to franchise cricket. Teams have valued his accuracy, new-ball discipline and developing variations, particularly in conditions where batters are looking to score quickly from the first over.
IPL Team and Auction History
| Season | Team | Reported price/status |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Mumbai Indians | ₹50 lakh listed |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | ₹50 lakh listed |
| 2020 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹2 crore |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹2 crore |
| 2022 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹7.75 crore |
| 2023 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹7.75 crore retained value |
| 2024 | Did not play | No IPL appearance |
| 2025 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹12.50 crore |
| 2026 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹12.50 crore listed |
The auction record is drawn from IPL auction trackers and should be read as reported auction/retention values, not a verified statement of net earnings after taxes or other deductions.
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Chennai Super Kings and the 2021 IPL Title
Hazlewood joined Chennai Super Kings in 2020. He became part of the side that won the 2021 IPL, a season that demonstrated how his controlled pace bowling could complement a franchise attack.
The IPL demands different tactics from international cricket. Batters target particular bowlers, boundaries are often short and captains must make rapid decisions about match-ups. Hazlewood’s ability to hit consistent lengths and change pace gave Chennai a dependable option.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and His IPL Role
Hazlewood moved to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2022 and remained associated with the franchise in later seasons. The franchise invested in him as a specialist fast bowler capable of operating in the powerplay and other demanding phases.
In the 2025 IPL auction, RCB secured his services for a reported ₹12.50 crore. The same listed value appears in the 2026 auction tracker.
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Josh Hazlewood’s IPL Career Statistics
Published IPL profiles report the following career totals through the 2026 season:
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 52 |
| Wickets | 72 |
| Bowling average | 23.47 |
| Economy rate | 8.62 |
| Best bowling | 4/12 |
| Four-wicket hauls | 3 |
| IPL titles | 1, with Chennai Super Kings in 2021 |
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His IPL record illustrates the difference between economy and wicket-taking impact. An economy rate that may appear high compared with Test cricket must be understood in the context of T20 scoring rates, match situations and the role assigned to a bowler.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Records, Milestones and Awards
Hazlewood’s major achievements span individual bowling records, international milestones and team titles. His career has been built more on sustained excellence than on one isolated performance.
Major Career Records
| Record or milestone | Detail |
|---|---|
| Test wickets | More than 300 |
| ODI wickets | More than 140 |
| T20I wickets | More than 75 |
| Test best innings figures | 6/49 |
| Test best match figures | 9/79 |
| ODI best bowling | 6/52 |
| T20I best bowling | 4/12 |
| IPL best bowling | 4/12 |
| State milestone | Youngest New South Wales fast bowler at the time of selection |
| International milestone | Youngest Australian ODI debutant at the time |
| ICC award | Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year, 2015 |
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ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year, 2015
The ICC named Hazlewood its Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year in 2015. The award recognised his impact as he established himself in Australia’s senior team.
It arrived during a period when he was becoming a regular international selection and contributing to Australia’s success in Test and ODI cricket.
Australia’s Fast-Bowling Group
Hazlewood’s partnership with Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc has been a major feature of Australia’s modern bowling attack. The three bowlers offer complementary strengths: Starc brings left-arm angle and pace, Cummins combines pace with bounce and control, and Hazlewood supplies consistent line, length and seam movement.
This balance gives Australian captains several ways to attack an innings, whether conditions favour swing, seam, bounce or sustained pressure.
Josh Hazlewood’s Playing Style: Accuracy, Bounce and Seam Movement
Hazlewood’s bowling style is based on repeatability. His height creates a high release point, and his disciplined length makes batters play deliveries that might otherwise be left alone. Rather than searching for a wicket with every ball, he often builds pressure until the batter makes a mistake.
His main strengths include:
- Line and length: Consistent targeting of the off-stump channel.
- Bounce: His 196 cm frame allows him to extract extra bounce.
- Seam movement: He can move the ball off the pitch when conditions permit.
- New-ball bowling: He can challenge batters early with movement and accuracy.
- T20 adaptability: Changes of pace and variations help him respond to attacking batters.
- Partnership bowling: His consistency allows more attacking bowlers to operate around him.
The Glenn McGrath comparison reflects this emphasis on control and pressure. Hazlewood is not simply a fast bowler who relies on pace; his success depends on the quality of his deliveries and his ability to repeat them over long spells.
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Josh Hazlewood’s Injuries and Recent Availability
Injuries have affected Hazlewood’s availability in recent seasons, particularly during periods when Australia needed its leading fast bowlers for major Test series.
In December 2025, Australia confirmed that he would miss the remainder of the Ashes series after hamstring trouble and a renewed Achilles issue disrupted his return. The decision shifted attention toward his recovery and preparation for subsequent international commitments.
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Injury Timeline and Impact
| Period | Reported issue or consequence |
|---|---|
| 2024–25 | Missed matches during a period of recurring fast-bowling fitness management |
| November 2025 | Hamstring issue affected his availability for the Ashes |
| December 2025 | Achilles soreness led to his withdrawal from the remainder of the Ashes |
| 2026 | Career statistics show subsequent international appearances |
The distinction between an injury report and a confirmed return is important. A player may resume running or bowling before being cleared for match selection, and a squad announcement does not necessarily mean the player appeared in the playing XI.
As of October 22, 2026, Hazlewood’s published career records show that he has continued to play international cricket after the 2025 setback. His precise fitness status for any future fixture should be checked against the latest team announcement rather than inferred from an older injury report.
Josh Hazlewood’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements
There is no dependable public financial statement establishing Hazlewood’s total net worth. Online estimates should not be treated as verified wealth figures unless they are supported by reliable financial reporting or public disclosures.
Some of his professional earnings are more straightforward to document:
- His reported IPL auction and retention values include ₹12.50 crore for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
- He has earned through international and domestic professional cricket.
- Any central-contract payments, match fees, sponsorships or private investments should be treated separately unless their values are publicly confirmed.
An IPL contract value is not the same as net worth or take-home income. It does not establish his total assets, liabilities, taxes, management costs or earnings from other sources.
No precise net-worth figure is presented here because a sufficiently reliable, independently verified estimate could not be established from the sources reviewed.
Josh Hazlewood’s Current Team and Career Status
As of October 22, 2026, Hazlewood remains an active Australian international cricketer in the career records reviewed. His profile includes Test, ODI and T20I appearances, along with a continuing association with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL.
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His career position is shaped by two factors: his established value as a multi-format fast bowler and the need to manage his workload after recurring injuries. At 35, he remains a bowler with extensive international experience, but future availability depends on fitness, selection and the schedule of Australia’s teams.
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Compare Josh Hazlewood With Other Fast Bowlers
Hazlewood’s record is particularly interesting when compared with bowlers who have played similar roles for Australia or other international teams. A useful comparison should look beyond total wickets and account for format, matches played, bowling average, economy rate and strike rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Josh Hazlewood
How old is Josh Hazlewood?
Josh Hazlewood was born on January 8, 1991. He is 35 years old as of October 22, 2026.
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What is Josh Hazlewood’s height?
Hazlewood is listed at 196 cm, or approximately 6 feet 5 inches, by Cricket Australia.
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Who are Josh Hazlewood’s parents?
His father is Trevor Hazlewood, who has spoken publicly about encouraging Josh and his older brother Aaron. A reliable source reviewed for this article also describes the family’s cricket environment in Bendemeer. Specific claims about his mother’s name or occupation require further confirmation.
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What is Josh Hazlewood’s bowling style?
He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler known for accurate line and length, seam movement and bounce.
Which IPL team does Josh Hazlewood play for?
Hazlewood is associated with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He previously played for Chennai Super Kings, with whom he won the 2021 IPL title.
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What is Josh Hazlewood’s IPL auction price?
IPL auction trackers list him at ₹12.50 crore for the 2025 season and the same reported value for 2026. These are contract/auction figures, not verified net earnings.
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How many wickets has Josh Hazlewood taken in Test cricket?
The latest career-statistics profile reviewed for this article reports 311 Test wickets. Since totals change with each match, the figure should be checked against an updated scorecard before reuse.
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Has Josh Hazlewood won a World Cup?
Yes. He was part of Australia’s winning teams at the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups and the 2021 T20 World Cup.
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What is Josh Hazlewood’s net worth?
A dependable, independently verified public net-worth estimate could not be established from the sources reviewed. Published IPL contract values do not by themselves establish a player’s total wealth.
Why is Josh Hazlewood compared with Glenn McGrath?
Both bowlers are associated with accuracy, disciplined line and length, and the ability to build pressure rather than relying only on extreme pace. The comparison is stylistic, not a claim that their records are identical.
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Conclusion
Josh Hazlewood has established himself as one of Australia’s most dependable fast bowlers through his accuracy, consistency, and ability to extract movement from different surfaces. His disciplined line and length, steep bounce, and calm approach have made him a valuable asset in Test cricket, One Day Internationals, and T20 Internationals. As a member of Australia’s successful international sides, he has contributed to major tournament victories and formed an effective fast-bowling partnership with some of the country’s finest pace bowlers. Although injuries have occasionally interrupted his career, Hazlewood’s experience and technical discipline have maintained his importance in Australian cricket. His achievements across international cricket and franchise competitions have secured his reputation as a world-class fast bowler whose precision and reliability distinguish him from many of his contemporaries.