Daryl Mitchell is a cricketer from New Zealand who plays Tests, ODIs, and T20Is for the national team. In domestic cricket, he represents Canterbury. He is the son of John Mitchell, who is a former New Zealand rugby player and coach.
In January 2019, Mitchell was selected for New Zealand’s T20I squad for the series against India. He played his first T20I match against India on 6 February 2019. Later in November 2019, he was added to the Test squad for the second Test against England and made his Test debut on 29 November 2019.
For the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Mitchell was named in New Zealand’s squad in September 2022. In September 2023, he was selected in the 15-player squad for the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India. During the semi-final against India, he scored 134 runs from 119 balls and played a major role for New Zealand.
In May 2024, Mitchell was included in New Zealand’s squad for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. In the second ODI against India in 2026, Mitchell scored an unbeaten 131. He and Will Young, who scored 87, shared a 162-run partnership. Their stand helped New Zealand win the match by seven wickets and level the series at 1-1.
Daryl Mitchell Parents
Daryl Mitchell’s parents are John and Julie Mitchell. John Mitchell is a former New Zealand All Blacks rugby player and later coached the All Blacks. He has also worked as a coach with England and was their defensive coach at the time mentioned.
Daryl grew up watching the All Blacks and the Chiefs train because of his father’s job. He says his father has always just been his dad to him, even though he worked in professional rugby. Information about Daryl Mitchell’s mother is not known.
Daryl Mitchell Father – John Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell’s father is John Mitchell. His father was the head coach of the New Zealand All Blacks from 2001 to 2003. He became All Blacks coach at the age of 37. He lost the 2003 Rugby World Cup semi-final to Australia, which led to strong criticism in New Zealand. Later in 2003, he was replaced as All Blacks coach by Graham Henry.
After leaving the All Blacks role, John Mitchell coached mostly overseas. He worked as an assistant coach with England and later became England’s defensive coach. He also coached the Western Force in Australia, which is why Daryl Mitchell spent part of his childhood in Perth. His father later coached the England women’s team and guided them to a World Cup.
John Mitchell has spoken about becoming too focused on winning during his All Blacks tenure and said it took him years to move on from 2003. He stays in regular contact with Daryl but avoids getting too technical about cricket. Daryl has said his father’s career allowed him to grow up around elite sport and understand both pressure and perspective.
Daryl Mitchell Mother – Julie Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell’s mother is Julie Mitchell. More information about Daryl Mitchell’s mother is not known.
FAQs
Q. Who is Daryl Mitchell’s father?
A. Daryl Mitchell’s father is John Mitchell. His father is a New Zealand rugby union coach and former player.
Q. Is Daryl Mitchell related to John Mitchell?
A. Yes. Daryl Mitchell is the son of John Mitchell. His father is currently coaching the England Women’s national rugby team.
Q. Is Daryl Mitchell unsold in the IPL?
A. Yes. Daryl Mitchell went unsold at the IPL 2026 auction.
Q. What is Daryl Mitchell’s current batting ranking?
A. In ODI batting, Daryl Mitchell is ranked number 2. In T20I batting, he is ranked number 50. In Test batting, he is ranked number 13.
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