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Brad Haddin

Brad Haddin at Test 2010
Brad Haddin at Test 2010 Image: Wikimedia Commons. DXR / Public domain

Overview

Bradley James Haddin (born 23 October 1977) is an Australian former cricketer, who represented Australia in all three formats of international cricket as a right-handed batsman and wicket-keeper. He also served as vice-captain of the Australian side and later transitioned into coaching. At the domestic level, he played for New South Wales, and in Twenty20 franchise cricket he turned out for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League.

Key facts

Full name Bradley James Haddin
Date of birth 23 October 1977
Nationality Australian
Role Wicket-keeper, right-handed batsman
Domestic team New South Wales
T20 franchise Sydney Sixers (Big Bash League)
International formats Test, ODI, T20I
Roles held Player, vice-captain, coach

Background

Haddin developed his cricket through the New South Wales system, establishing himself as a specialist wicket-keeper and a capable middle-order batsman. His domestic performances paved the way for selection across all three international formats for Australia.

Career

International cricket

Haddin played Test, One Day International and Twenty20 International cricket for Australia. In addition to his on-field contributions with the bat and gloves, he held the position of vice-captain of the national side.

World Cup success

Haddin was part of two Australian squads that won the Cricket World Cup. He featured in the victorious 2007 Cricket World Cup squad and was again a member of the squad that won the 2015 Cricket World Cup, which Australia hosted jointly with New Zealand.

Domestic and franchise cricket

At the first-class and List A level, Haddin represented New South Wales. In the Twenty20 format, he played for the Sydney Sixers in Australia's Big Bash League.

Coaching

After retiring as a player, Haddin moved into coaching roles within the sport.

Significance

As a wicket-keeper-batsman who represented Australia in all three formats and won two World Cup titles, Haddin is counted among the prominent Australian gloves­men of his era. His leadership role as vice-captain and his subsequent move into coaching further underline his contribution to Australian cricket.

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