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Dean Foxcroft, New Zealand
Dean Foxcroft is an New Zealand cricketer who plays for the team New Zealand. Dean Foxcroft was born on Apr 20, 1998; and as of 2026, He is 28 years old. Dean Foxcroft is a all rounder from New Zealand and bats right handed.
In his Test career to date, Dean Foxcroft has played 1 matches to date in his Test career and has scored 98 runs, with an average of 98.00. Dean Foxcroft has hit 6 fours and 1 sixes in his Test career.On Jan 1970, he played his recent Test match against Ireland at Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast, scoring 98 runs off 129 balls.
In Dean Foxcroft's ODI career, He has played 4 matches to date in his Odi career and has scored 149 runs, with an average of 37.25. Dean Foxcroft has hit 8 fours and 7 sixes in his Odi career.One of his recent Odi matches took place in Jan 1970 at Bir Shrestho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Cricket Stadium, Chattogram, where He contributed 75 runs off 72 balls.
Dean Foxcroft has played 7 matches to date in his T20 career and has scored 106 runs, with an average of 21.20. Dean Foxcroft has hit 3 fours and 5 sixes in his T20 career.In his most recent T20 match against Bangladesh at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka, which took place in Feb 2026, Dean Foxcroft contributed 15 runs off 15 balls to his team's total.
Dean FoxcroftNew Zealand
- Born: Apr 20, 1998 (28 years)
- Birth Place: New Zealand
- Role: All Rounder
- Batting Style: Right Handed
- Bowling Style: Off break
Profile
Dean Foxcroft, born on April 20, 1998, in Pretoria, South Africa, is a talented cricketer representing New Zealand in international cricket. Known for his ability as a powerful middle-order batter and a handy off-spin bowler, Foxcroft's journey to the international stage is a story of resilience and determination.
He first gained attention when he represented South Africa in the 2016 Under-19 Cricket World Cup. After moving to New Zealand, he made an immediate impact in domestic cricket. His List A debut came during the 2018-19 Ford Trophy, followed by his first-class debut in the Plunket Shield the same season, where he impressed with his steady batting performances. Later that year, he showcased his T20 skills in the Super Smash, displaying a remarkable ability to adapt across formats.
The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 challenged Foxcroft's career by keeping him out of the team in South Africa. Border restrictions prevented him from returning to New Zealand, sidelining him for two consecutive domestic seasons. Despite these setbacks, Foxcroft maintained his focus and continued to refine his game. His hard work paid off when, in 2023, he earned a maiden call-up to the New Zealand A team and later made his international debut. His T20I debut against the UAE was followed by his ODI debut in September 2023 against Bangladesh, marking a new chapter in his career.
Foxcroft has proven to be a valuable asset for Otago in New Zealand's domestic circuit. In the 2022-23 season, he was named Domestic Player of the Year, thanks to his stellar performances. In a bid to focus on his personal game and family, Foxcroft stepped down from the captaincy at Otago ahead of the 2024-25 season.
The 2026 season marked an exciting new chapter in his journey. After spending several successful years with Otago, Foxcroft transferred back to Central Districts for the 2025 to 2026 domestic season. He featured heavily across all formats, putting up solid numbers in the Ford Trophy and the Plunket Shield. In a crucial first class match for Central Districts in late March 2026, he showcased his tremendous fighting spirit by scoring a brilliant 91 runs in the second innings against Northern Districts. He continues to be a highly valued batter and spinner in the New Zealand domestic setup.
Career Information
Batting Career Summary
| MAT | NO | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 100s | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT | ST | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEST | 1 | 0 | 98 | 98 | 98.00 | 75.97 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | ||
| ODI | 4 | 0 | 149 | 75 | 37.25 | 89.76 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| T20 | 7 | 1 | 106 | 34 | 21.20 | 104.95 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
Bowling Career Summary
| MAT | Wkts | AVG | ECON | Best | 5w | 10w | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEST | 1 | 0 | - | 0.00 | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 4 | 2 | 43.00 | 4.91 | 25/1 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 7 | 0 | - | 8.50 | 17/0 | 0 | 0 |
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