Matthew BoyleBandicoot Ltd2023-07-26T21:25:21+01:00
| Date of Birth | 12-01-2003 |
| Age | 20 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Available |
| Playing Role | Batting All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Bowling Style | RA Leg Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | New Zealand XI, New Zealand Development, Canterbury, Canterbury A, Old Boys Collegians CC |
| Coaching Qualifications | NZC Level 1 |
Matt Boyle is a destructive top-order batter with quite a future ahead of him.
In November 2022, Boyle made his Ford Trophy (List A) debut for Canterbury whilst still in his teens. He had, a few months earlier (March 2022) represented a New Zealand XI in two 50-over matches against the touring Netherlands side (hitting scores of 16, and 41).
Now a contracted member of the strong Canterbury squad that includes the likes of Blackcaps’ stars Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Matt Henry, and Daryl Mitchell, its envisaged Boyle will have a long and fruitful career in the red and black colours.
Boyle is a youngster who always seemed destined for the big stage. He comes from a strong cricketing family – his Father (Justin), and Uncle (David) played over 100 matches for Canterbury between them, whilst his Brother (Jack) represents Central Districts following 80 plus matches for Canterbury.
The hard-hitting batter, who also bowls very useful wrist spin, earned his Canterbury selection courtesy of his exploits through the age groups. He broke all sorts of records for his school – St. Bede’s College, including the most centuries (11), and highest score (215 in a 50-over match).
In 2020/21 he made his Canterbury A debut towards the backend of the season, hitting 99 against Otago A. Last summer (2021/22), he was named Player of the Tournament at the National Under-19 Competition, topping the run charts with 376 runs at 61 with 2 centuries. To evidence his all round ability, he was also the second leading wicket-taker bagging 10 wickets at 21.
Therefore, it came as no surprise to see Boyle picked for both the New Zealand Development and XI sides, before earning a full Canterbury contract for the current 2022/23 season.
Boyle is a serious prospect who is now eager to continue his development with a season abroad in 2024*.
* Requires 3 FC matches to qualify for an ISP Visa (UK). Failing that, will consider playing in Ireland or Holland.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
| Date of Birth | 12-01-2003 |
| Age | 20 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Available |
| Playing Role | Batting All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Player Status | Available |
| Bowling Style | RA Leg Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | New Zealand XI, New Zealand Development, Canterbury, Canterbury A, Old Boys Collegians CC |
| Coaching Qualifications | NZC Level 1 |
Matt Boyle is a destructive top-order batter with quite a future ahead of him.
In November 2022, Boyle made his Ford Trophy (List A) debut for Canterbury whilst still in his teens. He had, a few months earlier (March 2022) represented a New Zealand XI in two 50-over matches against the touring Netherlands side (hitting scores of 16, and 41).
Now a contracted member of the strong Canterbury squad that includes the likes of Blackcaps’ stars Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Matt Henry, and Daryl Mitchell, its envisaged Boyle will have a long and fruitful career in the red and black colours.
Boyle is a youngster who always seemed destined for the big stage. He comes from a strong cricketing family – his Father (Justin), and Uncle (David) played over 100 matches for Canterbury between them, whilst his Brother (Jack) represents Central Districts following 80 plus matches for Canterbury.
The hard-hitting batter, who also bowls very useful wrist spin, earned his Canterbury selection courtesy of his exploits through the age groups. He broke all sorts of records for his school – St. Bede’s College, including the most centuries (11), and highest score (215 in a 50-over match).
In 2020/21 he made his Canterbury A debut towards the backend of the season, hitting 99 against Otago A. Last summer (2021/22), he was named Player of the Tournament at the National Under-19 Competition, topping the run charts with 376 runs at 61 with 2 centuries. To evidence his all round ability, he was also the second leading wicket-taker bagging 10 wickets at 21.
Therefore, it came as no surprise to see Boyle picked for both the New Zealand Development and XI sides, before earning a full Canterbury contract for the current 2022/23 season.
Boyle is a serious prospect who is now eager to continue his development with a season abroad in 2024*.
* Requires 3 FC matches to qualify for an ISP Visa (UK). Failing that, will consider playing in Ireland or Holland.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
