Will Young is a 32-year-old New Zealand cricketer recognized as a dependable top-order batsman across all formats, with notable performances including his first ICC century in 2025.
William Alexander Young, widely known as Will Young, is a 32-year-old cricketer from New Zealand who predominantly features as a top-order batsman. His style blends solid defence with aggressive stroke play, making him effective in Test matches, One-Day Internationals, and T20s alike. Serving as captain of the New Zealand U-19 side during the 2012 ICC U-19 World Cup, he guided the team to the semi-finals. Though called up to the senior Test squad two years earlier, his international debut arrived later than expected due to unforeseen circumstances. Young has established himself as a reliable opener, capable of playing classical cricket shots while also accelerating the scoring rate from the outset. He marked his presence in ICC events by smashing his maiden century in the 2025 Champions Trophy against Pakistan in just 117 deliveries. This achievement made him only the fourth New Zealander to score a hundred in the Champions Trophy. Will Young has not shared any personal details regarding his religion or caste, choosing to keep such aspects of his life private. Details about Will Young’s family remain undisclosed, including information about his parents, siblings, or extended family. He does not maintain a presence on the platform X (formerly Twitter) and currently has no official account. As a cricketer representing New Zealand across all formats, Will Young has featured extensively in domestic cricket within his home country. His preferred jersey number is consistently 32 in both international and domestic appearances. Will Young is married to Elise Yule, a professional netball player, after their wedding in 2024. The couple has recently welcomed a daughter and has been frequently seen together at public gatherings. Their life together is also documented on social media. As of 2025, Will Young’s estimated net worth stands at approximately $3 million (25 Crore INR). His wealth stems from match fees, endorsements, and other professional ventures. He serves as the brand ambassador for several companies such as ASICS New Zealand and GM, contributing further to his financial growth. His assets include real estate and a collection of luxury vehicles. Despite having a base price of 1.25 crores INR, he remained unsold at the IPL 2025 auction. His total wealth reflects his status as one of New Zealand’s wealthiest cricketing figures, with income steadily increasing alongside his consistent performances. Will Young’s journey to international recognition was marked by delays and challenges. After receiving his first Test call-up in 2018, he did not play a single match at that time. His anticipated debut was also postponed when a terrorist incident led to the cancellation of the scheduled fixture. Finally, he made his Test debut in 2020 against the West Indies. To date, he has played 20 Test matches for New Zealand, accumulating 1063 runs with an average of 31.26. Notably, he has yet to register a Test century, placing him among those with the most Test runs without a three-figure score. However, his contributions were recognized when he was named Player of the Series during New Zealand’s whitewash of India on Indian soil. Across limited-overs formats, Young has displayed greater consistency. In T20 Internationals, he has scored 344 runs across 20 appearances, while in ODIs, he has amassed 1674 runs in 46 innings at an average of 40.82, including four centuries—one of which came in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Despite a relatively young career, Will Young has earned recognition for his performances. During the 2021-22 season, he was honored with the ANZ Men's ODI Player of the Year award for his standout performances, which included multiple centuries in a three-match series. These achievements highlight his ability to deliver when given opportunities and suggest a potential for breaking and setting new records in the years ahead. All images included are used for editorial purposes only. Licensing is with Getty/Source.