Alana Maria King, born on November 22, 1995, in Clarinda, Victoria, Australia, is an accomplished international cricketer known for her all-rounder capabilities. She plays as a right-arm leg-spin bowler and right-handed batsman. Currently, she represents Western Australia in the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) and the Perth Scorchers in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL).
Domestic Career
- Early Beginnings: King began her cricket journey at a young age, securing a rookie contract with VicSpirit at 16. She later joined the Melbourne Stars for the inaugural WBBL season in 2015-2016 and quickly made a name for herself.
- Notable Performances: In the 2021-2022 WBBL season, she emerged as one of the top performers, finishing with 16 wickets, making her one of the league’s leading wicket-takers. In 2022, she played for the Trent Rockets in The Hundred and became the first female player to take a hat-trick in that tournament.
International Career
- Debut: King made her international debut for Australia on January 20, 2022, in a T20I against England. Within two weeks, she debuted in all three formats of international cricket: T20I, ODI, and Test.
- World Cup Success: During the 2022 Women’s Cricket World Cup in New Zealand, she was instrumental in Australia’s campaign, claiming 12 wickets and solidifying her position as a key player for the national team.
Statistics
As of February 2025, Alana King’s international cricket statistics are as follows:
- Test Matches: 1 match, 7 runs (highest score of 7*), and 1 wicket.
- ODI Matches: 9 matches, with an average of 24.50 and notable performances including being the second-highest wicket-taker for Australia during the World Cup.
Personal Life
Alana King is of Anglo-Indian descent; her parents emigrated from Chennai to Melbourne. Details about her personal relationships, including any husband or boyfriend, are not publicly available as she tends to keep her personal life private.
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King’s rise in cricket has been marked by her dedication and impressive performances on both domestic and international stages.