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- Nationality
- England
- Position
- All-rounder
- Date Of Birth
- 8 February 1997
- Birthplace
- Kingston upon Thames, London, England
- Current Team
- KMG
- Leagues
- Nepal Premier League
- Seasons
- 2024
Biography
Daniel Alexander Douthwaite, born on February 8, 1997, in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, England, is a professional cricketer known for his all-round capabilities. He is a right-handed batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler.
Early Life and Education:
Douthwaite attended Reed’s School in Cobham, Surrey, where he made headlines by scoring the fastest-ever century in English Schools Cricket—a 31-ball hundred in a 35-over game.
He furthered his education at Cardiff Metropolitan University, earning a degree in Sports Management.
Domestic Career:
- Warwickshire (2018): Douthwaite made his List A debut for Warwickshire against West Indies A on June 17, 2018.
- Cardiff MCCU (2019): He played for Cardiff MCCU, making his first-class debut on March 26, 2019, against Somerset. During this period, he scored his maiden first-class century, an unbeaten 100 from 107 balls against Sussex.
- Glamorgan (2019–Present): In April 2019, Douthwaite signed with Glamorgan and quickly became a key player across all formats. His impactful performances include a rapid unbeaten 52 from 35 balls against Sussex in a televised 50-over match.
In September 2024, he extended his contract with Glamorgan for an additional two years.
Franchise Cricket:
Douthwaite has participated in The Hundred, representing the Manchester Originals in 2021 and Welsh Fire in 2023.
In 2024, Douthwaite joined the Kathmandu Gurkhas, further expanding his experience in international franchise cricket. Dan Douthwaite played for the Kathmandu Gurkhas in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024, where he showcased his all-round talent. Representing the Gurkhas, Douthwaite made significant contributions with both bat and ball, cementing his reputation as a valuable all-rounder in franchise cricket. Dan Douthwaite’s participation in the NPL 2024 further highlights his growing presence in international franchise leagues and his commitment to expanding his cricketing career globally.
Playing Style:
As an all-rounder, Douthwaite is known for his aggressive batting, particularly his ability to clear boundaries in the latter stages of an innings. His bowling is characterized by wicket-to-wicket medium-fast deliveries, making him a valuable asset in both batting and bowling departments.
