| Name | Kayley Knight |
| Date of Birth | 20-10-2003 |
| Age | 22 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Pathway |
| Playing Role | Bowling All-Rounder (Seam) |
| Bowling Style | RA Fast Medium |
| Batting Style | RH Middle Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | Irish / Dutch Visa |
| Major Teams | Northern Districts Women, New Zealand U19s, NZ Development |
Kayley Knight is a dynamic young pace bowler making her mark with Northern Districts in New Zealand cricket. Since her first-class debut in November 2020, she has built a reputation for aggressive, incisive bowling and an ability to strike at key moments, claiming 42 wickets in 26 List A matches at an impressive average of 19.66.
Her standout performance came during the 2023/24 HBJ Shield season, when she recorded remarkable figures of 7/35—setting a Northern Districts record and ranking among the best bowling performances in New Zealand domestic women’s cricket. That season, she was deservedly named Northern Districts’ HBJ Player of the Year, underlining her growing influence within the side.
This summer, Knight has gone from strength to strength, particularly in the Women’s T20 Super Smash. She has taken six wickets at an average of 19.16, continuing to impress with the ball. Her batting has also come to the fore, contributing valuable lower-middle-order runs at an average of 20.66, while recording the highest strike rate in the team at 147.61.
Kayley’s cricket journey began at just 13, progressing through Northern Districts’ age-group pathway before representing New Zealand at the 2023 ICC Under-19 Women’s World Cup. She has since toured India with the New Zealand Development team, gaining valuable international experience. Known for combining genuine pace with well-directed bouncers, she continues to refine her craft while seeking opportunities to play in Europe in 2026 following the New Zealand season.
Beyond her on-field performances, Knight is deeply committed to developing the next generation of cricketers. She coaches in schools, mentors regional teams, and supports local clubs in Gisborne. With her skill, dedication, and ambition, Kayley Knight is a rising talent poised to make a lasting impact on New Zealand women’s cricket.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
| Name | Kayley Knight |
| Date of Birth | 20-10-2003 |
| Age | 22 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Pathway |
| Playing Role | Bowling All-Rounder (Seam) |
| Player Status | Pathway |
| Bowling Style | RA Fast Medium |
| Batting Style | RH Middle Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | Irish / Dutch Visa |
| Major Teams | Northern Districts Women, New Zealand U19s, NZ Development |
Kayley Knight is a dynamic young pace bowler making her mark with Northern Districts in New Zealand cricket. Since her first-class debut in November 2020, she has built a reputation for aggressive, incisive bowling and an ability to strike at key moments, claiming 42 wickets in 26 List A matches at an impressive average of 19.66.
Her standout performance came during the 2023/24 HBJ Shield season, when she recorded remarkable figures of 7/35—setting a Northern Districts record and ranking among the best bowling performances in New Zealand domestic women’s cricket. That season, she was deservedly named Northern Districts’ HBJ Player of the Year, underlining her growing influence within the side.
This summer, Knight has gone from strength to strength, particularly in the Women’s T20 Super Smash. She has taken six wickets at an average of 19.16, continuing to impress with the ball. Her batting has also come to the fore, contributing valuable lower-middle-order runs at an average of 20.66, while recording the highest strike rate in the team at 147.61.
Kayley’s cricket journey began at just 13, progressing through Northern Districts’ age-group pathway before representing New Zealand at the 2023 ICC Under-19 Women’s World Cup. She has since toured India with the New Zealand Development team, gaining valuable international experience. Known for combining genuine pace with well-directed bouncers, she continues to refine her craft while seeking opportunities to play in Europe in 2026 following the New Zealand season.
Beyond her on-field performances, Knight is deeply committed to developing the next generation of cricketers. She coaches in schools, mentors regional teams, and supports local clubs in Gisborne. With her skill, dedication, and ambition, Kayley Knight is a rising talent poised to make a lasting impact on New Zealand women’s cricket.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
