BJ Watling

BJ Watling is a former New Zealand cricketer who served as the national team's wicketkeeper from 2012 to 2020. Renowned for his exceptional skills behind the stumps and his resilience as a middle-order batsman, Watling played a crucial role in New Zealand's cricketing successes, including their historic victory in the inaugural World Test Championship in 2021. He is celebrated for his contributions to the team, amassing over 3,800 runs in Test matches with a batting average of 38.11, including several match-winning innings. Watling retired from international cricket in 2020, leaving a legacy as one of New Zealand's finest wicketkeepers.