Ben McKinney is a young and talented English cricketer known for his impressive skills as a left-handed batsman and a right-arm off break bowler. Standing tall at 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm). He has quickly made a name for himself since his debut, currently aged 20 years. McKinney is rapidly rising through the ranks in English domestic cricket. He has been signed by Manchester Originals for The Hundred in 2025.
Personal Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ben Stewart McKinney |
| Nickname | McKinney |
| Height | 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm) |
| Date of Birth | October 4, 2004 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 20 years |
| Place of Birth | Sunderland, Co Durham, England |
Playing Style and Role
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm offbreak |
| Primary Role | Batsman |
Similar: David Willey Biography
Jersey Number
| Team/Format | Jersey Number |
|---|---|
| Durham | Not publicly specified |
| England U19/England Lions | Not publicly specified |
Debut Details
| Format | Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class | April 6, 2023 | Sussex | Hove |
| List A | August 1, 2023 | Worcestershire | Not specified |
| T20 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| International (England U19 Capt) | Winter 2022-23 (Youth Test) | Australia U19 | Australia (various venues) |
IPL Salary
| Year/Season | Team | Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Not applicable | Not participated as of 2025 | – |
(Note: Ben McKinney has not played in the IPL yet.)
Estimated Net Worth
| Asset Type | Value (INR) |
|---|---|
| Estimated Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed (Rising English cricketer) |
| House, Car, Properties, Investments | Not publicly disclosed |
Teams Played For
| Team | Years Active |
|---|---|
| Durham County Cricket Club | 2023 – Present |
| England Under-19 | 2022 – Present |
| England Lions | 2024 – Present |
| Seaham Harbour Cricket Club (Youth) | Early career |
| Manchester Originals (The Hundred) | 2025 |
Education
| Qualification | Institution |
|---|---|
| School and Youth Cricket | Seaham Harbour Cricket Club and Durham youth levels |
| Further academic qualifications not publicly available |
Complete Career Stats (As of 2025)
| Format | Matches | Runs | Batting Average | Highest Score | 100s | 50s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class | 9 | 414 | 82.14 | 121 | 1 | 1 | 82.14 |
| List A | 10 | 308 | 80.83 | 115 | 1 | 1 | 80.83 |
| T20s | 7 | 89 | Not available | 40 | 0 | 0 | 127.14 |
Note: Bowling statistics not significantly recorded as bowling is secondary.
Career Highlights
| Achievement | Description |
|---|---|
| Maiden First-Class Century | 121 runs off 129 balls for Durham (2024) |
| Maiden List A Century | 115 runs against Kent (2024) |
| Captained England U19 to historic Youth Test victory in Australia (2022-23) | |
| Consistently high batting averages across formats | |
| Signed professional contract with Durham in 2023 and extended till 2026 |
Similar: Will Smeed Biography
Major Trophies & Awards
| Year | Competition/Trophy | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | County Championship | Breakthrough domestic campaign |
| 2024 | Metro Bank One Day Cup | Second highest run-scorer for Durham |
Additional Achievements
| Notable Performance | Details |
|---|---|
| England U19 captaincy | Led the team on tours to Australia and Ireland |
| Scored 70 runs off 45 balls in a youth test innings in Australia | |
| Born and raised in Sunderland, a fast-rising name in English cricket | |
| Recognized for aggressive batting style compatible with modern Bazball approach |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Ben McKinney’s height?
Ben McKinney is 6 feet 7 inches (201 centimeters) tall.
What is Ben McKinney’s age as of now?
He is 20 years old as of 2025.
What is Ben McKinney’s jersey number for club or country?
His jersey number for Durham or England U19/Lions teams is not publicly specified.
When did Ben McKinney make his international and league debuts?
- First-Class debut on April 6, 2023, against Sussex at Hove.
- List A debut on August 1, 2023, against Worcestershire.
- He captained the England Under-19s during the 2022-2023 Youth Test tour of Australia.
What is Ben McKinney’s estimated net worth?
There are no publicly available credible estimates of Ben McKinney’s net worth as he is an emerging young cricketer.
What is Ben McKinney’s IPL salary for all years/seasons played?
Ben McKinney has not played in the IPL, so there is no IPL salary record.
Which teams has Ben McKinney played for?
- Durham County Cricket Club (2023–present)
- England Under-19/England Lions (2022–present)
- Early cricket at Seaham Harbour Cricket Club
What is Ben McKinney’s educational background?
Ben McKinney has progressed through youth cricket clubs and academy systems; specific academic qualifications have not been publicly disclosed.