Der neuseeländische Pacer Tim Southee zieht sich aus dem Test-Cricket zurück und tritt als Kapitän zurück. Er hinterlässt ein Erbe ausgewogener Führung in den Test-, ODI- und T20I-Formaten.
New Zealand’s legendary pacer and Ex-captain Tim Southee recently announced his retirement from Test cricket, with his final series being the upcoming three-match series against England at home. The 35-year-old, has stepped down from captaincy recently, before the 0-3 historic whitewash against India. Southee’s decision comes as he focuses on other aspects of his cricket career, although he may return if New Zealand qualifies for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final in June.
Who is New Zealand’s current captain
Tom Latham currently leads New Zealand in Test cricket, while the team has yet to confirm a permanent white-ball captain. Recently, Mitchell Santner was appointed interim captain for the white-ball series.
Tim Southee Test captaincy record
Tim Southee took on the role of Test captain in 2022, with his first series as captain against Pakistan. Over the span of his Test captaincy, Southee led New Zealand in 14 matches, securing six wins, six losses, and two draws. His win-loss ratio of 1.00 highlights a balanced performance. Known for his aggressive approach, Southee strategically capitalized on New Zealand’s pace bowling depth, motivating his bowlers to deliver in challenging conditions.
| Test Cricket (2022-2024) | |
|---|---|
| Matches | 14 |
| Wins | 6 |
| Losses | 6 |
| Draws | 2 |
| Win/Loss Ratio | 1.00 |
| Average | 33.28 |
| Run Rate | 3.45 |
| Highest Score | 612 |
| Lowest Score | 88 |
ODI captaincy Stats
In ODIs, Southee captained New Zealand only once in 2018, a game against England that ended in a six-wicket loss. Despite this brief ODI captaincy, his experience added value to the team, especially under high-pressure situations.
Tim Southee T20I captaincy stats
In T20Is, Southee had a longer stint as captain from 2017 to 2023, leading New Zealand in 29 matches. His impressive record included 17 wins, 9 losses, and 3ties, achieving a win-loss ratio of 1.88. Southee’s adaptable and assertive approach often gave New Zealand an edge in the fast-paced format.
| Attribute | T20I Cricket (2017-2023) |
|---|---|
| Matches | 29 |
| Wins | 17 |
| Losses | 9 |
| Tied | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Win/Loss Ratio | 1.88 |
| Average | 25.97 |
| Run Rate | 8.92 |
| Highest Score | 238 |
| Lowest Score | 88 |
Overall leadership impact
In total, Tim Southee captained New Zealand in 44 matches across formats, with 23 wins, 16 losses, and three ties, ending with an overall win-loss ratio of 1.44. His captaincy style combined aggression with calmness, making his an important addition in New Zealand cricket’s recent history.
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