Cricket is often considered a young man’s game, where fitness plays a crucial role, and most players retire by their early 40s. However, Andrew Brownlee of the Falkland Islands has defied all norms by making his T20I debut at the age of 62, creating a new record in international cricket.
Falkland Islands’ Historic International Debut
According to reports from international media, the Falkland Islands cricket team played its first-ever T20 International match against Costa Rica on March 10, 2025. This match marked the Falkland Islands as the 106th nation to play international cricket.
What made this debut even more remarkable was the age composition of the team:
All 11 players were over the age of 31.
Apart from two players, the entire squad was aged 40 or above.
Three players were over 56 years old, but none as senior as Andrew Brownlee.
Andrew Brownlee Sets a Unique World Record
Brownlee became the first male cricketer in history to make his T20I or any international cricket debut after the age of 60. His record-breaking appearance at 62 years and 147 days shattered the previous mark held by Turkey’s Osman Gökır, who made his debut at 59 years old against Romania in 2019.
Brownlee’s Performance in the T20I Series
Andrew Brownlee continued to play for the Falkland Islands in two more T20I matches against Costa Rica on March 11 and 12, 2025. Here’s how he performed:
He batted at No. 10 in all three matches, scoring 1 run, 2 (not out), and 3 (not out)**.
In the second match, he also bowled one over of medium-pace.
His final match saw him setting the record for the oldest player to participate in an international cricket match at 62 years and 147 days.
An Inspirational Feat in Cricket
Brownlee’s incredible achievement serves as an inspiration, proving that age is just a number when it comes to passion and determination. His historic debut has set a new benchmark in cricket, challenging conventional age norms in international sports.
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