Kraigg Brathwaite, born on December 1, 1992, in Black Rock, Barbados, is a right-handed batsman and the captain of the West Indies Test team. He is known for his resilience at the crease, having scored multiple centuries and holding records for his performances in Test cricket.
Kraigg Brathwaite Career Overview
Personal Information
Full Name: Kraigg Clairmonte Brathwaite
Date of Birth: December 1, 1992
Age: 32 years
Birthplace: Black Rock, St Michael, Barbados
Height: 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Role: Opening Batter
Batting Style: Right-hand bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm offbreak
Kraigg Brathwaite Career Overview
First-Class Debut: April 3, 2009, for Combined Campuses and Colleges against Barbados
Test Debut: June 2009 against Bangladesh
ODI Debut: September 30, 2016, against Pakistan
Teams Played For: West Indies, Barbados, Combined Campuses and Colleges
Career Statistics
Kraigg Brathwaite Test Matches:
Matches: 97
Innings: 187
Runs: 5874
Highest Score: 212
Average: 33.19
Centuries: 12
Fifties: 30
Kraigg Brathwaite ODI Matches:
- Matches: 10
- Innings: 10
- Runs: 278
- Highest Score: 78
- Average: 27.80
- Fifties: 1
Kraigg Brathwaite First-Class Matches:
- Matches: 218
- Innings: 133
- Runs: 4140
- Average: 45.70
- Centuries: 48
List A Matches:
- Matches: 63
- Innings: 20
- Runs: 534
- Average: 70.00
- Centuries: 6
Records and Achievements
- Youngest player to score a double hundred in Test cricket (21 years, 278 days)
- Highest partnership for the first wicket in Test matches (336 runs)
- Notable for carrying the bat through a completed innings with a score of 142*
- Holds the record for the most nineties in Test career (5)
- Most consecutive matches played for the West Indies (87)
Career Highlights
Test Career:
Brathwaite made his Test debut for the West Indies in May 2011 against Pakistan.
Known for his solid technique and patience, he is regarded as a traditional Test opener, often anchoring innings.
His ability to bat for long periods has been a cornerstone of the West Indies’ batting in recent years.
Captaincy:
Brathwaite became the captain of the West Indies Test team in 2021, succeeding Jason Holder.
Under his leadership, the team has shown flashes of resilience and competitiveness, often punching above its weight.
Memorable Performances:
In October 2016, he became the first opener in Test history to remain unbeaten in both innings of a match, scoring 142* and 60* against Pakistan in Sharjah.
Brathwaite has several centuries to his name, with performances often characterized by determination and concentration.
Domestic and Franchise Cricket:
He has represented Barbados in domestic cricket and has occasionally participated in franchise T20 leagues. However, his focus remains primarily on Test cricket.
Playing Style
Brathwaite’s batting is based on sound fundamentals, favoring defensive technique over flamboyance.
He is particularly adept at playing spin, which is a significant asset in subcontinental conditions.
Kraigg Brathwaite Stats (as of 2025)
Matches: 90+ Test matches
Runs: Over 5,500 Test runs
Centuries: 12+ Test centuries
Average: Around 34