Full Name: Josh Reginald Hazlewood Born: January 8, 1991 (Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia) Role: Fast Bowler Batting Style: Left-hand bat Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium Jersey Number: 38 (Australia and IPL) Josh Hazlewood is the epitome of control and consistency in modern fast bowling. Often compared to Glenn McGrath for his impeccable line and length, Hazlewood has become a mainstay in Australia’s pace attack across formats and one of the world’s most reliable seamers. Raised in a small town in New South Wales, Hazlewood was a cricket prodigy, debuting for New South Wales at just 17. His international debut came in 2010, but he truly cemented his place in the national side around 2014–15. With a classical high-arm action and relentless accuracy, Hazlewood quickly gained a reputation as an economy wrecker. His Test success began with a bang — taking five wickets on debut against India in 2014. He has since become a pillar of the Test bowling unit, playing critical roles in Ashes campaigns and overseas tours. Hazlewood’s ability to maintain pressure over long spells allows his bowling partners, like Starc and Cummins, to strike. Hazlewood was also a key member of the 2015 and 2023 World Cup-winning teams and the 2021 T20 World Cup-winning squad, showcasing his adaptability across formats. In ODIs, he delivers early breakthroughs and is exceptional in the middle overs. Though not initially considered a T20 specialist, Hazlewood reinvented himself in the format. His IPL performances for Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore demonstrated his T20 acumen — especially his death-over precision and ability to bowl in powerplays. Hazlewood’s bowling is marked by discipline rather than express pace. His natural length, seam movement, and strategic thinking make him a nightmare for top-order batters. As of 2024, he has over 250 Test wickets and remains an indispensable part of Australia’s plans. Off the field, Hazlewood is understated and professional. He is known for his calm demeanor and work ethic, often flying under the radar while delivering consistently for his team. As he continues to lead Australia’s bowling with quiet dominance, Josh Hazlewood exemplifies the art of classic fast bowling in a modern world.