Top 3 shortest players in international cricket

Cricket has traditionally been a game that doesn’t discriminate against anyone’s shape and size. One can succeed at the sport irrespective of how one’s built. Over the years, there have been several cricketers who’ve made their mark at the international level, despite being short in stature. 

These players didn’t let their size get in their way and earned the honour of representing their team at the highest level with sheer hard work and talent. The cricket pitch has witnessed many short stars in its rich history. Here are the top three shortest cricketers who’ve played international cricket:

1. Kruger van Wyk (New Zealand)

Kruger van Wyk made his debut in March 2012 against South Africa in Dunedin. The wicketkeeper batter played nine Test matches in his career, scoring 341 runs from 17 innings at an average of 21.31 with a solitary half-century. His last appearance came in November 2012 against Sri Lanka. He takes the top spot in the list, standing 4 feet nine inches (145 cm) tall.

2. Tich Conford (England)

Conford made his debut for England in January 1930 and played four Tests for his nation. He primarily played as a wicketkeeper, scoring just 36 runs in his career. Conford ranks among the shortest cricketers to ever play the game, standing at 5 feet (152 cm).

3. Tich Freeman (England)

Freeman made his debut in December 1924 in Sydney and went on to play 12 Tests for his country. He scored 154 runs in total at an average of 14 with one half-century and a highest score of 50*. Freeman takes third spot, being 5 feet 2 inches (157 cm) tall.