Xavier Doherty
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Later International Appearances
Doherty returned to the Test arena during Australia’s 2013 tour of India, where he played in the second and third Tests of the series. He finished with figures of 4/242 across those two matches. While he proved more effective in the shorter formats, his role in the Test side remained sporadic.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 22 Nov, 1982
- Age
- 37 yrs
- Occupations
- Cricketer
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- Citizenship
- Australia
- Birth Place
- Scottsdale
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- Australian cricketer
- Net Worth 2021
- 2 million
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In recognition of his performances in the limited-overs format, he received an ODI award, reflecting his value as a dependable bowler in white-ball cricket. He also debuted in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, an indication of his appeal in international T20 leagues.
Club Cricket and Personal Life
Outside of international competitions, Doherty continued to play club cricket in Tasmania, notably for the South Hobart/Sandy Bay Cricket Club. This involvement helped maintain his connection with grassroots cricket and his local community.
Xavier Doherty is married to Emma Doherty. He briefly returned to Hobart when their first child was born, which led to him missing a Twenty20 warm-up match against England and New Zealand. This decision underscored his commitment to balancing professional obligations with family life.
Legacy in Limited-Overs Cricket
Though his Test career was brief, Xavier Doherty built a strong reputation as a limited-overs cricket specialist. His control and variation made him a frequent first-choice spinner in Australia’s ODI and T20 squads. Despite a challenging debut in the Ashes Tests, his perseverance and adaptability earned him a place in Australia’s white-ball strategy for several years.
As of now, specific details regarding his net worth are not publicly known.
