England Pacer Josh Hull Joins Elite Club on Test Debut: 10 Tallest Cricketers in International Cricket History

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Josh Hull, standing at 6 ft 7 inches, became the 716th player to debut for England in Test cricket on September 6 in the second Test against Sri Lanka. The 20-year-old left-arm medium pacer from Leicestershire also became the ninth youngest Test cricketer for England.

He was presented with his debut cap by legendary English all-rounder Fred Flintoff ahead of the game, and Hull’s towering height was a striking feature that grabbed attention.

Cricket has seen players of all shapes and sizes, but towering height is often a standout feature, especially for fast bowlers who use their height to extract extra bounce.

1. Mohammad Irfan (Pakistan) – 7 ft 1 inch

Mohammad Irfan, standing at a staggering 7 feet 1 inch, holds the record for being the tallest cricketer in history. His unique angle and the intimidating bounce made him a lethal fast bowler in the shorter formats of the game for Pakistan.

2. Joel Garner (West Indies) – 6 ft 8 inches

Known as "Big Bird," Joel Garner was a fearsome presence on the field. Standing at 6 ft 8 inches, Garner’s high-arm action and steep bounce made life difficult for batsmen during the 1970s and 80s.

3. Bruce Reid (Australia) – 6 ft 8 inches

Australia’s Bruce Reid was a towering left-arm pacer, standing at 6 ft 8 inches. Despite a career hindered by injuries, Reid was a highly effective bowler, known for moving the ball both ways and using his height to generate bounce.

4. Steven Finn (England) – 6 ft 7 inches

England's Steven Finn, standing at 6 ft 7 inches, used his height to great advantage, particularly in the 2010-11 Ashes. His ability to generate awkward bounce made him a key player in England’s bowling attack.

5. Curtly Ambrose (West Indies) – 6 ft 7 inches

Curtly Ambrose, one of the most feared fast bowlers in cricket, stood at 6 ft 7 inches. His unrelenting pace and ability to control line and length helped him dominate batsmen throughout his career.

6. Jason Holder (West Indies) – 6 ft 7 inches

Former West Indies captain Jason Holder stands at 6 ft 7 inches. His consistent performances with both bat and ball, along with his height advantage, have made him a key player for his team in modern-day cricket.

7. Chris Tremlett (England) – 6 ft 7 inches

Chris Tremlett’s height of 6 ft 7 inches made him a dangerous fast bowler, especially during England's 2010-11 Ashes triumph in Australia, where he troubled batsmen with his pace and bounce.

8. Josh Hull (England) – 6 ft 7 inches

Josh Hull, the 20-year-old left-arm medium pacer from Leicestershire, made his Test debut in 2024 for England, standing at 6 ft 7 inches. His height makes him one of the tallest cricketers in the history of the game, and his future looks bright in international cricket.

9. Sulieman Benn (West Indies) – 6 ft 7 inches

At 6 ft 7 inches, West Indies spinner Sulieman Benn used his height to bowl from a higher trajectory, allowing him to extract bounce and spin, making him a unique presence in international cricket.

10. Peter George (Australia) – 6 ft 7 inches

Australian fast bowler Peter George, standing at 6 ft 7 inches, may have had a brief Test career, but his height and ability to generate bounce made him a memorable figure on the field.