Who is Josh Inglish and how did Inglish make it into the Australian Cricket Team? We will take a look at the career journey of stylish wicket-keeper batter of Australia Josh Inglish and how he became the sensation of Australian cricket after hitting the fastest century for the team.
While playing against Scotland, the wicket-keeper batter Josh Inglis shined with a brilliant 103 off 49 balls and helped Australia reach 196 for 4 at the Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh. In response, Scotland was bowled out for 126.
Today we will know a small but interesting history of the dashing Josh Inglish.
Full Name: Joshua James Inglis
Date of Birth: March 2, 1995
Place of Birth: Perth, Australia
Role: Wicketkeeper-batter
Batting Style: Right-handed
Playing Style: Right-arm off-spin (occasional)
Early CareerJosh Inglis started his cricketing journey in Perth, where he made a name for himself with his impressive performances in domestic cricket. He played for Western Australia and quickly gained recognition for his skills as a wicketkeeper and a hard-hitting batter.
Domestic CareerInglis debuted for Western Australia in the 2015-16 season. His consistent performances in domestic cricket especially in the Big Bash League (BBL) with the Perth Scorchers, showcased his talent and versatility. His ability to score quickly and keep wicket effectively made him a valuable player for his teams.
International CareerJosh Inglis made his international debut for Australia in 2021. He was selected for the Australian T20I team and soon made an impact with his aggressive batting and skillful wicket keeping. Inglis’s debut was well-received and he has continued to be a key player in Australia’s white-ball formats since then.
With his splendid performances with the Perth Scorchers, he made a huge impact on the in the tournament as wicketkeeper batter. Inglis scored a rapid century in a T20I match, setting a record for the fastest T20I century for Australia. He scored his century in just 43 balls.
