The third ODI match between India and New Zealand is being played on 18 January 2026. In the third and final match of the series, New Zealand team has given a big target of 337 runs to India at the loss of 8 wickets. Will Young gave a good start to New Zealand and scored a total of 30 runs in 41 balls in the third ODI match, in which he hit 5 fours and 1 six at a strike rate of 73.17. Will Young has scored a total of 117 runs in the three-match ODI series of New Zealand Tour India, has hit 12 fours and only six in the series, and has played 139 balls in the series.
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Will Young Age
New Zealand’s star famous cricketer Will Young will be 33 years old in January 2026; he was born on 22 November 1992.
IPL
Will Young has not played a single Indian Premier League match in his entire cricketing career. Will Young had registered his name as a Batter in the 2024 Mega Auction for the 2025 IPL, but no IPL team showed interest in buying Will Young, due to which he did not play a single IPL match in the 2025 IPL, and for the 2026 IPL also, no IPL team included Will Young in their team and he again went unsold in the 2025 Mini Auction.
Recent Matches
Will Young has delivered mixed performance in his recent matches for New Zealand He impressed with a strong 87-Run knock against India in the 2026 ODI series and earlier scored a brilliant century in the 2025 ICC Championship Trophy against Pakistan, However, he also faced a few low-scoring games in recent Tests and ODIs. Overall, Will Young continues to show great potential as a reliable top order batter, with flashes of match-winning form.
Stats
Will Young’s stats have been poor in formats like T20 Internationals, with just 344 runs in 20 matches at an average of 18.1. He also averages 32.0 in Test cricket and 36.6 in ODIs.
| Format | Total Runs | Matches | Average |
| T20 International | 344 | 20 | 18.1 |
| Test Cricket | 1215 | 23 | 32.0 |
| ODI | 1793 | 54 | 36.6 |
| IPL | ——- | —— | —— |
Highest Score
Will Young’s highest score in international cricket is 120 runs in One Day International cricket, highest score in Test match format is 89 runs and highest score in T20 International is 56 runs.
Biography
Will Young is a star cricketer from New Zealand who bats brilliantly in the top order and puts his team in strong positions. Young’s full name is William Alexander Young, and his teammates sometimes call him Youngy. Young reads the game carefully and takes control of the situation before finishing the game.
| Biography | Personal Details |
| Name | Will Young |
| Full Name | William Alexander Young |
| Nickname | Youngy |
| Age | 33 Years |
| Date of Birth | 22 November 1992 |
| Hometown | New Plymouth, New Zealand |
| Education Qualifications | No Professional Education Qualification |
| School Name | New Plymouth Boy’s High School, New Zealand |
| College Name | Not Available |
| Profession | Professional Cricketer |
| Occupation | Playing Cricket |
| Role in Cricket | Top-Order Batsman |
| Batting Style | Right-Handed Batsman |
| Bowling Style | Part Time Right-Arm-Off-Braek Bowler |
| Net Worth | ₹25 Crore INR Estimated ($3 Million USD Approx.. |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Nationality | New Zealand |
| Religion | Not Publicly Disclosed |
| Caste | Not Publicly Disclosed |
| Current Team | New Zealand Men’s Cricket Team |
| IPL Team | Not Played In IPL |
| Domestic Team | Super Smash (T20) Ford Trophy (List A Cricket) Plunket Shield (First-Class Cricket) |
| Father’s Name | Not Available |
| Mother’s Name | Not Available |
| Father’s Occupations | Not Available |
| Mother’s Occupations | Not Available |
| International Cricket Debut | 3 December 2020 Against West Indies |
| Height | 1.85 Meter (6 Feet 1 Inches) |
| Brother’s Name | Not Publicly Disclosed |
| Sister’s Name | Not Publicly Disclosed |
IPL Team 2026
Will Young is not playing for any IPL team in IPL 2026 as he has not been bought by any IPL team.
Date of Birth
Will Young was born on 22 November 1992 in New Plymouth City, New Zealand.
Will Younge Full Name
Will Young’s full name is William Alexander Young.
Education Qualifications
According to some reports and articles, Will Young has only completed his schooling and has not done any professional degree.
ICC Ranking
Will Young’s desired ranking is 44th rank in the world in Test format and 49th rank in the world in ODI format.
Latest News
Will Young has been a key performer for New Zealand in the ongoing 2026 ODI Series against India. In the 2nd ODI, he played a brilliant innings of 87 runs, helping his team chase down the target and level of Series 1-1. In the 3rd and final ODI, he was dismissed for 30 by a stunning diving catch from India’s Ravindra Jadeja, which grabbed headlines across cricket media. Despite his dismissal, Young’s Presence at the top of the order remained crucial, and alongside centuries from teammates Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips, he helped New Zealand post a competitive total and keep the series exciting.
Will Young runs in international cricket
Will Young has different runs in three formats in his international career like total 1,215 runs in Test Cricket format, 1,793 runs in ODI format and total 344 runs in 20 matches in T20 International.
FAQs
Who is Will Young cricketer?
Will Young is a professional cricketer who plays cricket for New Zealand.
What is Will Young’s full name?
William Alexander Young is Will Young’s full name.
What is Will Young’s batting style?
Will Young is Top Order Right-Handed Batsman.
Is Will Young playing IPL?
Will Young is not Playing IPL.
What is Will Young’s ICC Ranking?
44th Rank in Test Cricket and 49th Rank in ODI Cricket.
What is Will Young’s highest score in international cricket?
120 Runs is the Highest Score of Will Young in ODI Career.
Which domestic team does Will Young play for?
Will Young plays domestic cricket for the Central Districts (Central Stags in New Zealand. He made his first-class debut for the team in the 2011/2012 Season and a has been a key top-order batsman for them. He has also played country cricket in England for Nottinghamshire, gaining valuable experience outside New Zealand.
Where can I check Will Young’s Latest Stats?
You Can Check Will Young Stats in ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz, MyKhel, Cricketsky.