Josh Reginald Hazlewood is an Australian international cricketer and right-arm fast bowler. He has captained Australia in an ODI and served as Test vice-captain after the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Hazlewood ranks number 5 in Tests, number 16 in ODIs, and number 12 in T20Is in the ICC Men’s Player Rankings. He was part of the Australian teams that won the 2015 Cricket World Cup, the 2021 T20 World Cup, and the 2023 Cricket World Cup.
Hazlewood was born in Tamworth, New South Wales, and raised in Bendemeer. He was the younger son of Trevor and Anne Hazlewood. He played competitive backyard cricket from a young age and represented Tamworth against adults by age 12. He grew up supporting the Newcastle Knights.
Hazlewood debuted for New South Wales at 17, becoming the youngest paceman to play for the state, and made his first-class debut in November 2008 against New Zealand. He also made his ODI debut for Australia on 22 June 2010, becoming the youngest Australian to do so, and was part of the Australia Under-19 squad for the 2008 Under-19 World Cup.
Domestically, Josh Hazlewood has played for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League. In the Indian Premier League, he was bought by Chennai Super Kings in the 2020 auction. Later, in the 2022 IPL Mega Auction, he was acquired by Royal Challengers Bangalore for ₹7.75 crores. Hazlewood was part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore team that won the IPL title in 2025, where he finished as the team’s top wicket-taker.
Who is Josh Hazlewood Wife?
Josh Hazlewood’s wife is Cherina Murphy Christian, who is a professional makeup artist. They began dating in high school in Tamworth and married in August 2022 in a grand ceremony at Hunter Valley. The couple welcomed their son, Zac, in 2024. Cherina keeps a low-profile public life and attends matches and events to support Hazlewood.
More About Cherina Murphy
Cherina Murphy Christian is an Australian professional makeup artist and the wife of cricketer Josh Hazlewood. She avoids the spotlight and is renowned for her elegance and low-key lifestyle. In front of family and friends, Cherina married Hazlewood in Hunter Valley in August 2022. She regularly supports Hazlewood by going to IPL games, award ceremonies, and matches.
When did Josh Hazlewood and Cherina Murphy get married?
Josh Hazlewood and Cherina Murphy Christian got married in August 2022 in a grand ceremony at Hunter Valley, Australia.
How many kids do Josh Hazlewood and Cherina Murphy have?
Josh Hazlewood and Cherina Murphy Christian welcomed their first child, a son named Zac, in 2024. Hazlewood chose to skip the 2024 IPL season to be at home for the birth.
FAQs
Q. Did Josh Hazlewood participate in the 2025 Indian Premier League?
A. Josh Hazlewood did play on the field with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). In the IPL 2025 auction, he was purchased for INR 12.5 crore.
Q. What is the fastest ball that Josh Hazlewood can throw?
A. Josh Hazlewood typically delivers between 140 and 150 km/h, and a technical issue was the cause of the reported 164.2 km/h delivery.
Q. When did Josh Hazlewood marry?
A. On August 10, 2022, Josh Hazlewood got married to Cherina Murphy Christian in Hunter Valley.
Q. What is the net worth of Josh Hazlewood?
A. Josh Hazlewood is estimated to be worth $8–10 million, or approximately ₹66–83 crore, thanks to his investments, endorsements, IPL contracts, and cricket.
Q. Where was Josh Hazlewood raised?
A. Josh Hazlewood was raised in Bendemeer, a small town in New South Wales’ New England region, approximately 40 kilometers north of Tamworth, where he was born.
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