Tom Latham is a New Zealand international cricketer who serves as the Test captain of the national team. Standing 5 feet 8 inches tall (1.78 meters), the left-handed opening batsman and occasional wicketkeeper is 33 years old as of 2025. He has scored over 10,000 international runs and holds the record for the most Test centuries by a New Zealand opening batsman.
Latham is currently playing in the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025, where his role remains crucial as New Zealand’s top-order anchor, batting at No. 1 or No. 2 depending on the match situation. Known for providing solid starts and building long innings, he continues to guide the younger batting group. One of his best cricket moments came in 2018, when he scored a match-winning 264 against Sri Lanka*, one of the highest Test scores by a New Zealand opener, showcasing his temperament and class.
Properties in New Zealand, endorsement deals with cricket equipment brands
Latham earns approximately 500,000 New Zealand dollars annually from his central contract with New Zealand Cricket. His net worth comprises earnings from international cricket, county cricket contracts, match fees, and brand endorsements. Over the years, his financial standing has grown significantly, reflecting his consistent performances and leadership roles within the team.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
New Zealand
2012
Canterbury
2010
Kent
2016
Durham
2017-2018
Scotland
2013
Surrey
2023
Warwickshire
2025
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
King’s College, Auckland
University
N/A
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
88
5,834
264*
38.00
47.50
13
27
ODI
157
4,361
145
35.00
86.10
8
26
T20I
26
516
65
26.00
108.86
0
3
Tom Latham – Recent 5 Matches
OPPONENT
SCORE
FORMAT
DATE
WI
10(25)
ODI
22 Nov 2025
WI
39*(29)
ODI
19 Nov 2025
WI
18(30)
ODI
16 Nov 2025
ENG
10(22)
ODI
01 Nov 2025
ENG
2(7)
ODI
29 Oct 2025
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2010
Made first-class debut for Canterbury
2012
International debut in ODI and T20I formats
2014
Test debut and first Test century
2015
Part of New Zealand squad that finished runners-up at Cricket World Cup
2015
First player to score a fifty in day-night Test cricket
2016
First New Zealander to carry his bat in an ODI
2018
Scored 264 not out, highest score while carrying the bat by an opener in Test cricket
2019
Part of New Zealand squad that finished runners-up at Cricket World Cup
2021
Member of New Zealand team that won the ICC World Test Championship
2024
Appointed full-time Test captain and led historic 3-0 whitewash against India
2025
Part of New Zealand squad that finished runners-up at ICC Champions Trophy
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Tournament / Award
Team / Organisation
Achievement / Title
2012
New Zealand Cricket Awards
New Zealand Cricket
Emerging Player of the Year
2014
Ford Trophy (Domestic One-Day Cup)
Canterbury
Champion
2016
Plunket Shield (First-Class)
Canterbury
Champion
2017
ICC Champions Trophy
New Zealand
Runner-Up (Finalist)
2017
New Zealand Cricket Awards
New Zealand Cricket
ODI Player of the Year
2018
Plunket Shield
Canterbury
Champion
2019
Super Smash (T20)
Canterbury
Runner-Up
2020
ICC World Test Championship (2019–21 Cycle Qualification)
New Zealand
Qualified for Final (Latham played key role as opener)
2021
ICC World Test Championship Final
New Zealand
Champion (World Test Champions)
2022
New Zealand Cricket Awards
New Zealand Cricket
Test Player of the Year (Shared / Recognised performance)
2023
Ford Trophy
Canterbury
Champion
2024
New Zealand Cricket Awards
New Zealand Cricket
Red-Ball Batter of the Year
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Most Test centuries by NZ opener
Holds the record for most Test centuries among New Zealand opening batsmen
10,000 international runs
Eighth New Zealand player to score 10,000 international runs
Consecutive Test centuries
First New Zealand batsman in 24 years to score centuries in consecutive Tests (2014)
Test captaincy record
Led New Zealand to historic 3-0 Test series whitewash in India (2024)
Wicketkeeping record
Equalled New Zealand’s record of five dismissals in an ODI innings
Interesting Facts About Tom Latham
He comes from a cricketing family, with his father Rod Latham having represented New Zealand in Tests and ODIs during the early 1990s.
Despite being primarily an opening batsman in Tests, Latham has batted in every position from No. 1 to 9 in limited-overs cricket.
He captained Canterbury’s under-19 team before making his first-class debut.
Latham spent time at Durham County Cricket Club academy in England during 2010, honing his skills in English conditions.
He became the first Kent batsman in history to score half-centuries in both innings on Championship debut (2016).
Known for his calm demeanor and solid technique, he rarely gets involved in on-field controversies.
Latham wears jersey number 48 for New Zealand across all formats.
He has successfully transitioned between batting positions and wicketkeeping duties based on team requirements.
Born in Christchurch, Tom Latham is 33 years old and stands 5 feet 8 inches (1.78 meters) tall. His cricket journey through Canterbury, various English county teams, and the New Zealand national side reflects dedication, technical excellence, and strong leadership qualities. As Test captain, he continues to be instrumental in New Zealand's success across formats.
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