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Matthew Hurst

Matthew Hurst (born 10 December 2003) is an English wicket-keeper batsman known for his aggressive style, representing Lancashire, Manchester Originals, and Perth Scorchers. A promising young talent from Wigan, he has quickly transitioned from age-group cricket to first-team, making a mark with rapid fifties in The Hundred. 

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Full Name
Matthew Frederick Hurst
Born
10 December 2003
Place Of Birth
Billinge, Wigan
Country
England
Role
WK-Batsman
Batting Style
Right Handed Bat
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Stats

Match Format Date Runs BF 4s 6s SR
Lancashire vs Glamorgan · Match 46 T20 June 7, 2026 4 4 0 0 100.00
Yorkshire vs Lancashire · Match 43 T20 June 5, 2026 2 4 0 0 50.00
Lancashire vs Leicestershire · Match 27 T20 May 29, 2026 1 3 0 0 33.33
Lancashire vs Nottinghamshire · Match 16 T20 May 25, 2026 57 40 4 4 142.50
Surrey vs Lancashire · Match 7 T20 May 22, 2026 0 3 0 0 0.00
Lancashire vs Worcestershire · Match 24 First Class May 15, 2026 24 79 1 0 30.38

Major Teams Represented

  • Current: Lancashire (since 2023), Manchester Originals (The Hundred)
  • Past: England Under-19s, England Lions, Perth Scorchers (Big Bash League)

Key Debuts

  • List A: Lancashire vs Essex (1 August 2023)
  • First-class (FC): Lancashire vs Nottinghamshire (19 September 2023)
  • The Hundred: Manchester Originals vs Trent Rockets (29 July 2024)
  • BBL: Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars (15 December 2024) 

Key Statistics & Career Highlights

  • The Hundred 2024: Made his mark with two half-centuries in six innings, with a high strike rate of 161.95.
  • Performance: Known for his fearless approach, including a notable reverse-scoop for six in a 50-run innings against Oval Invincibles.
  • Contract: Signed a long-term, all-format deal with Lancashire.
  • BBL: Joined Perth Scorchers as an overseas player following a recommendation after a breakthrough summer. 

Awards & Recognition

  • Named in England Lions squad (2024/25).
  • Recognized as a rapid-rising talent in English domestic cricket.