Brendon Mccullum Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full Name: Brendon Barrie McCullum

Nickname(s): Baz, BBM, B Mac

Profession: New Zealand Cricketer

Date of Birth: 27 September 1981

Age (as of 2021): 40 Years

Birthplace: Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Zodiac sign: Libra

Nationality: Kiwi

Hometown: Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Religion: Christianity

Age: 40 Years

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EDUCATION

School: King’s High School, Dunedin, New Zealand

College: N/A

Educational Qualification: High School Graduate

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters- 170 cm in meters- 1.70 m in Feet Inches- 5’ 7”

Eye Colour: Blue

Hair Colour: Dark Brown

Height: 5′ 7″

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Family: Father: Stuart McCullum (former Cricketer) Mother: Name Not Known Brother: Nathan McCullum, Cricketer (Elder) Sister: N/A

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Girlfriends: Ellissa McCullum

Wife/Spouse: Ellissa McCullum

Children: Son – Riley McCullum Daughter – Maya McCullum (Elder), and 1 more

Wife: Ellissa McCullum

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: ODI – 17 January 2002 against Australia in Sydney Test – 10 March 2004 vs South Africa in Hamilton T20 – 17 February 2005 vs Australia in Auckland

MONEY FACTOR

Net Worth: $6 million

OTHER INFORMATION

Tattoos: 1. McCullum has a unique tattoo covering his upper arm and shoulder. The tattoo comprises of a scroll, which contains the Roman numerals CXXVI (126- his ODI cap number), XLII (42- his limited overs shirt number) and CCXXIV (224- his test cricket cap number). 2. A silver fern tattoo on the left side of his chest shows his Kiwi pride! 3. Since it is not possible for McCullum to wear his wedding ring while playing, he got a ring impression tattooed as an alternative.

Jersey Number: #42

Domestic/State Team: Otago Volts, Brisbane Heat, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, Birmingham Bears, Sussex, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Gujarat Lions, Trinbago Knight Riders

Nature on field: Maintains calm disposition (plays aggressively though)

Favourite Shot: Scoop

Records (main ones): • At the time of his retirement, Brendon McCullum held the record of being the highest run scorer in the T20 format. With 2,140 runs in his bag, McCullum was around 500 runs ahead of his counterpart Martin Guptill , who held the 2nd spot on the highest run scorer list. • In addition, at that time, he had the most number of fifties, centuries, sixes and fours in the shortest format of the game. • In February 2014, McCullum became the first Kiwi to score a triple ton (302 off 559 deliveries) in test cricket, achieving the feat against a balanced team like India. • McCullum came in the record books again when he broke his own “fastest 50 in World Cup” record. At the 2015 World Cup, McCullum smashed 50 in just 18 balls, breaking his own 20-ball-50 record that he had created against Canada at the 2007 World Cup. • In his farewell test match, McCullum scored an unbelievable century off just 54 deliveries against Australia, thus breaking the 30-year-old record of fastest test century held by Sir Vivian Richards. • McCullum finished off his test career with a mammoth tally of 107 sixes. Notably, the record was previously held by Aussie Cricketer Adam Gilchrist with 100 sixes.

Coach/Mentor: Craig McMillan

Hobbies: Horse Riding, Playing Rugby & Golf

Cricketer: Vivian Richards

IPL Auction Price (2016): INR 5.5 Crores (Gujarat Lions)

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Brendon McCullum’s journey in cricket began in 1996 when he first donned the colors of the Otago U-17 team, setting the stage for a remarkable career. Born into a cricketing family, he was inspired by his father, Stuart McCullum, a former player who showcased his talents in 75 first-class matches for Otago. This familial connection to the sport laid the groundwork for Brendon, who would go on to redefine New Zealand cricket with his explosive batting and dynamic leadership.

McCullum’s prowess with the bat became evident early on, as he etched his name in the record books by scoring an impressive 186 runs against South Africa U-19 in 2001, marking the most runs by a Kiwi batsman in an U-19 test match. His ascent through the ranks culminated in a historic achievement in 2015 when he captained New Zealand to their first-ever World Cup final. Under his guidance, the team transformed from being ranked eighth in Test cricket and ninth in ODIs to a formidable presence, breaking into the top three within just three years. This remarkable turnaround stands as a testament to his exceptional leadership and vision for the game.

In the world of franchise cricket, McCullum made an unforgettable debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008. Representing the Kolkata Knight Riders, he delivered a sensational performance, scoring an unbeaten 158 runs off just 73 balls against the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the very first match of the tournament. Seven years later, he showcased his enduring talent by scoring another monumental 158 runs for the Birmingham Bears, this time from only 64 deliveries. Though his batting skills shone brightly, McCullum also made his mark as a wicketkeeper, achieving a staggering 462 ‘caught behinds’ across all formats of international cricket, establishing himself as New Zealand’s finest wicketkeeper.

Despite facing the challenge of chronic back pain that forced him to relinquish the gloves, McCullum’s impact on the game continued to flourish. In addition to his on-field achievements, he extended his influence into the written word as an occasional columnist for The Daily Mail and published his autobiography, “Declared,” in 2016. His cricketing journey took another significant turn in May 2022 when the England and Wales Cricket Board appointed him as the head coach of the England Test team. At the time of his appointment, McCullum, who was also leading the Kolkata Knight Riders, expressed a clear understanding of the challenges ahead, displaying his confidence in transforming the team into a more formidable force in international cricket.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.