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Martin Guptill

Martin Guptill

New Zealand, Auckland, Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Worcestershire, Karachi Kings

Matches

367

Runs

13463

Centuries

23

Fans

Millions

Biography

Martin Guptill is a dynamic New Zealand opening batsman known for his explosive stroke play and consistency in white-ball cricket. Born on September 30, 1986, in Auckland, Guptill has been a key figure in New Zealand’s limited-overs setup since his debut in 2009. He holds the record for the highest individual score in a World Cup match (237* vs West Indies in 2015) and is among the top ODI run-scorers for New Zealand. Despite losing two toes in a childhood accident, Guptill rose to become one of the most feared openers in international cricket.

Career Highlights

15
2015

Record-Breaking 237 in World Cup*

Scored an unbeaten 237* vs West Indies in the 2015 ICC World Cup quarterfinal — the highest individual score in World Cup history and second-highest in ODIs overall.

15
2015

Top Scorer of ICC World Cup 2015

Ended the tournament as the leading run-scorer with 547 runs, helping New Zealand reach their first-ever World Cup final.

12
2012

Double Century vs South Africa (ODI)

Became the first New Zealander to score a double century in ODIs, establishing himself as a dominant white-ball batsman.

16
2016

Fastest Fifty for New Zealand

Smashed a 17-ball half-century against Sri Lanka — one of the fastest fifties in ODI cricket for New Zealand.

22
2022

Crossed 3,000+ T20I Runs

Became one of the first few players to cross 3,000 runs in T20 Internationals, making him one of the format's pioneers and most prolific scorers.

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Martin Guptill celebrates his record-breaking 237 against West Indies in the 2015 World Cup.*

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Guptill launches a towering six in a T20I match, showcasing his explosive batting style.

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A composed Guptill raises his bat after scoring an ODI century for New Zealand.

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Guptill with teammates after securing a win in the 2019 Cricket World Cup semifinal.

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Martin Guptill fielding with intensity during a T20I game at Eden Park.

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Guptill posing in New Zealand’s black jersey ahead of a major ICC tournament.

Personal Information

Full NameMartin James Guptill
BornSeptember 29, 1986
BirthplaceAuckland, New Zealand
TeamsNew Zealand, Auckland, Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Worcestershire, Karachi Kings
NicknameTwo Toes, Guppy

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Major Achievements

237 in World Cup
Leading Run-Scorer – CWC 2015
Fastest NZ ODI Fifty
Second NZ Player with 6,000+ ODI Runs
Second Most T20I Runs

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Career Statistics

Test Cricket

Matches

47

Runs

2586

Average

29.39

High Score

189

Centuries

3

Fifties

17

One Day Internationals

Matches

198

Runs

7346

Average

41.73

High Score

237*

Centuries

18

Fifties

39

T20 Internationals

Matches

122

Runs

3531

Average

31.81

High Score

105

Centuries

2

Fifties

20

What Others Say

"I’m never going to forget what [Martin Crowe] told me."

Martin Guptill (speaking about Martin Crowe)

Martin Guptill (speaking about Martin Crowe)

New Zealand batting legend & mentor

"Sublime. Just sublime. I will never forget it."

Brendon McCullum

Brendon McCullum

Former NZ captain, praising Guptill’s 237* in the 2015 World Cup

"He worked in the nets… getting both feet active."

Martin Crowe (via ESPNcricinfo)

Martin Crowe (via ESPNcricinfo)

Mentor to Guptill, on his technical improvement

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