Matthew Wade was born on 26 December 1987 in Tasmania, Australia. His father, Scott Wade, is a former Australian rules footballer who played in the Tasmanian Football League and currently works as an administrator in the league. Coming from a sporting family, Matthew developed a passion for various sports at a young age, including rugby and cricket. Though he considered pursuing a career in singing, he ultimately chose to focus on cricket due to its promising future opportunities.
In 2005, Wade represented Australia in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. His strong performances in the tournament helped him gain recognition and made a compelling case for future senior national team selection. He made his international debut in 2011 in a Twenty20 match. In 2012, Wade was named Player of the Match after scoring 72 runs off 43 balls in a T20 game, a performance that significantly boosted his reputation and solidified his place in the national squad.
Matthew Wade has been a reliable presence in the Australian cricket team, particularly valued for his skills as a wicketkeeper-batsman. Although he didn't play in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, he contributed significantly in other international tournaments, especially in the shorter formats of the game. Known for his aggressive batting style, Wade has frequently provided quick starts and strong finishes in key matches. He has played in multiple ICC tournaments but has not been part of a World Cup-winning team as of now.
Wade is respected for his sportsmanship on the field and has been known to walk off voluntarily when he's aware of edging the ball, even if not given out by the umpire. His character and consistency have made him a mainstay in Australia's limited-overs format, while also contributing meaningfully in Test matches.
| Birth Date: | 26 Dec, 1987 |
| Age: | 32 yrs |
| Occupations: | Cricketer Australian rules football player |
| Citizenship: | Australia |
| Birth Place: | Hobart |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Australian cricketer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 65 million |
