Matthew Kuhnemann is an Australian cricketer who has made a name for himself as a left-arm spinner. He has played for various teams, including the Cricket Australia XI and the Australian national team, and has also represented Queensland in domestic cricket.
Matthew Kuhnemann Personal Information
Full Name: Matthew Paul Kuhnemann
Born: September 20, 1996 (Age: 28)
Birthplace: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Batting Style: Left-handed
Bowling Style: Slow left-arm orthodox
Playing Role: Bowler
Matthew Kuhnemann Career Overview
International Debut:
ODI: June 16, 2022, against Sri Lanka
Test: February 17, 2023, against India
Domestic Teams:
Queensland (2018/19–present)
Brisbane Heat (2018/19–present)
Durham (2023)
Tasmania (2024/25–present)
Matthew Kuhnemann Bowling Stats Overview
Test Matches
Matches: 4
Innings: 7
Balls Bowled: 686
Runs Conceded: 429
Wickets Taken: 18
Best Bowling in Innings (BBI): 5/16
Best Bowling in Match (BBM): 9/149
Bowling Average: 23.83
Economy Rate: 3.75
Strike Rate: 38.1
4-Wicket Hauls: 1
5-Wicket Hauls: 2
10-Wicket Hauls: 0
One Day Internationals (ODIs)
Matches: 4
Innings: 4
Balls Bowled: 228
Runs Conceded: 191
Wickets Taken: 6
Best Bowling in Innings (BBI): 2/26
Best Bowling in Match (BBM): 2/26
Bowling Average: 31.83
Economy Rate: 5.02
Strike Rate: 38.0
4-Wicket Hauls: 0
5-Wicket Hauls: 0
10-Wicket Hauls: 0
First-Class (FC) Matches
Matches: 27
Innings: 48
Balls Bowled: 5612
Runs Conceded: 2723
Wickets Taken: 83
Best Bowling in Innings (BBI): 5/16
Best Bowling in Match (BBM): 10/167
Bowling Average: 32.80
Economy Rate: 2.91
Strike Rate: 67.6
4-Wicket Hauls: 3
5-Wicket Hauls: 7
10-Wicket Hauls: 1
List A Matches
Matches: 41
Innings: 39
Balls Bowled: 1871
Runs Conceded: 1717
Wickets Taken: 55
Best Bowling in Innings (BBI): 4/37
Best Bowling in Match (BBM): 4/37
Bowling Average: 31.21
Economy Rate: 5.50
Strike Rate: 34.0
4-Wicket Hauls: 1
5-Wicket Hauls: 0
10-Wicket Hauls: 0
T20 Matches
Matches: 55
Innings: 52
Balls Bowled: 1013
Runs Conceded: 1288
Wickets Taken: 44
Best Bowling in Innings (BBI): 3/17
Best Bowling in Match (BBM): 3/17
Bowling Average: 29.27
Economy Rate: 7.62
Strike Rate: 23.0
4-Wicket Hauls: 0
5-Wicket Hauls: 0
10-Wicket Hauls: 0
Matthew Kuhnemann Career Batting & Fielding Stats Overview
Test Matches
Matches: 4
Innings: 5
Not Outs: 2
Runs Scored: 12
Highest Score (HS): 6
Batting Average (Ave): 4.00
Balls Faced (BF): 59
Strike Rate (SR): 20.33
Centuries (100s): 0
Half-Centuries (50s): 0
Fours (4s): 1
Sixes (6s): 0
Catches (Ct): 2
Stumpings (St): 0
One Day Internationals (ODIs)
Matches: 4
Innings: 2
Not Outs: 0
Runs Scored: 16
Highest Score (HS): 15
Batting Average (Ave): 8.00
Balls Faced (BF): 14
Strike Rate (SR): 114.28
Centuries (100s): 0
Half-Centuries (50s): 0
Fours (4s): 3
Sixes (6s): 0
Catches (Ct): 2
Stumpings (St): 0
First-Class (FC) Matches
Matches: 27
Innings: 32
Not Outs: 15
Runs Scored: 201
Highest Score (HS): 27*
Batting Average (Ave): 11.82
Balls Faced (BF): 521
Strike Rate (SR): 38.57
Centuries (100s): 0
Half-Centuries (50s): 0
Fours (4s): 15
Sixes (6s): 1
Catches (Ct): 10
Stumpings (St): 0
List A Matches
Matches: 41
Innings: 23
Not Outs: 11
Runs Scored: 209
Highest Score (HS): 36
Batting Average (Ave): 17.41
Balls Faced (BF): 255
Strike Rate (SR): 81.96
Centuries (100s): 0
Half-Centuries (50s): 0
Fours (4s): 21
Sixes (6s): 4
Catches (Ct): 20
Stumpings (St): 0
T20 Matches
Matches: 55
Innings: 18
Not Outs: 11
Runs Scored: 46
Highest Score (HS): 9*
Batting Average (Ave): 6.57
Balls Faced (BF): 63
Strike Rate (SR): 73.01
Centuries (100s): 0
Half-Centuries (50s): 0
Fours (4s): 5
Sixes (6s): 0
Catches (Ct): 24
Stumpings (St): 0
Recent Performance
In his last Test match against Sri Lanka on January 29, 2025, Kuhnemann achieved impressive figures of 5/63 and 4/86, contributing significantly to Australia’s victory.
Notable Achievements
Recognized for his ability to take wickets in crucial moments, including multiple five-wicket hauls in both domestic and international formats.
Praised by coaches and analysts for his performance and potential as a key spinner
Matthew Kuhnemann
Domestic Career Kuhnemann made his debut for Queensland in the 2018/19 season and has since been a key player for the team. His performances in the Big Bash League with the Brisbane Heat have also garnered attention, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
International Debut He made his ODI debut on June 16, 2022, against Sri Lanka, followed by his Test debut on February 17, 2023. In his first Test match, he took 5 wickets for 16 runs, signaling his arrival on the international scene.
Playing Style and Strengths Kuhnemann is known for his slow left-arm orthodox bowling, which has proven effective in various conditions. His ability to spin the ball and deceive batsmen makes him a valuable asset to the Australian bowling lineup.
Recent Performances In his latest Test match against Sri Lanka on January 29, 2025, Kuhnemann achieved remarkable figures of 5/63 and 4/86, leading Australia to victory. His consistent wicket-taking ability has made him a player to watch.
Future Prospects As Kuhnemann continues to develop his skills, he is expected to play a crucial role in upcoming series. Fans are eager to see how he will contribute to Australia’s success in international cricket.