Will Young is a 32-year-old New Zealand opening batter excelling in all formats, with a maiden ICC Champions Trophy century in 2025 and a maiden ODI hundred in 2021-22.
William Alexander Young, widely recognized as Will Young, is a 32-year-old cricketer from New Zealand who predominantly features as a top-order batsman. He is noted for his balanced approach between defence and aggression, which he demonstrates across all three formats of the sport. During the 2012 ICC U-19 World Cup, he led the New Zealand U-19 side as captain, guiding the team to the semi-final stage of the competition. Two years following his initial inclusion in the New Zealand Test squad, he finally made his Test debut. As a reliable opener, he combines technical precision with early-match aggression, exemplified by his first international century in an ICC event, scored against Pakistan in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in just 117 deliveries. This achievement made him only the fourth New Zealand player to register a hundred in the ICC Champions Trophy. No public details are available regarding Will Young's religious affiliation or social background, as he has never shared such personal information. No verified details exist about Will Young’s family members, including his parents, siblings, or extended relatives, and he has not publicly disclosed this information. Will Young does not maintain a presence on the X platform (formerly Twitter), and he does not operate an official account there. A regular participant across all cricket formats, Will Young has featured extensively in domestic competitions in New Zealand. He consistently selects the jersey number 32 for both international and domestic matches. Will Young is married; he exchanged vows with Elsie Yule in 2024. His wife, Elise Yule, is a professional netball player, and they tied the knot in 2024. The couple has recently welcomed a daughter and often appear together at public and sporting events. Their personal life is occasionally shared on social media platforms. As of 2025, Will Young’s estimated net worth stands at approximately $3 million (25 Crore INR), derived from his earnings in cricket contracts, brand partnerships, and other professional ventures. He serves as a brand ambassador for several companies, including ASICS New Zealand and GM, which contribute to his income. His wealth also encompasses real estate holdings, a collection of luxury vehicles, and other high-end assets. During the IPL 2025 auction, he remained unsold despite a base price of 1.25 crore INR, reflecting his market valuation at the time. His overall financial standing places him among New Zealand’s wealthiest cricketers, with a steadily increasing income supported by strong performances in domestic and international cricket. Will Young’s rise in international cricket has been marked by delays and challenges. He received his first Test call-up in 2018 but did not play a single match at that stage. Later, just before his scheduled debut, a terrorist incident led to the cancellation of the match by the New Zealand Cricket board. He finally debuted in 2020 against the West Indies in a Test match. Since then, he has played 20 Test matches for New Zealand, accumulating 1063 runs at an average of 31.26. Notably, he has yet to score a Test century, holding an unusual record as one of the players with the most Test runs without a hundred. However, he was named Player of the Series in a Test series against India, where New Zealand completed a whitewash on Indian soil. In limited-overs cricket, he has shown strong performances, particularly in ODIs, where he has scored 1674 runs in 46 matches at an average of 40.82, including four centuries—one of which came in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. In T20Is, he has contributed 344 runs across 20 matches. Despite his relatively brief career, his contributions have earned him recognition, including the ANZ Men's ODI Player of the Year award for the 2021-22 season, following standout performances that included multiple centuries in a three-match ODI series. This recognition underscores his ability to deliver under pressure when given opportunities, suggesting significant potential for future record-breaking achievements. All images are used for editorial purposes only. Licensed exclusively by Getty/Source.