Michael Alexander Leask is a Scottish cricketer born on October 29, 1990, in Aberdeen, Scotland. He is known for his explosive right-handed batting and part-time off-break bowling.
Career Highlights:
International Career: Leask made his T20I debut for Scotland against Kenya on July 4, 2013, and his ODI debut against Canada on January 23, 2014. He has played 80 ODIs and 67 T20Is for Scotland.
Notable Performances: He scored a memorable 42 off 16 balls against England in May 2014, hitting five sixes in the process. He also played a crucial role in Scotland’s victory over Tasmania during their World Cup acclimatisation tour in 2014.
Domestic Career: Leask has played for Northamptonshire and Somerset in domestic cricket. He also participated in the inaugural Euro T20 Slam tournament with the Edinburgh Rocks in 2019.
Playing Style:
Batting: Known for his aggressive and powerful hitting, Leask can change the course of a match with his quick runs.
Bowling: As a part-time off-break bowler, he provides variety to the bowling attack with his spin and control.
Recent Matches:
ODI Matches: Played his last ODI against Nepal on November 4, 2024.
T20I Matches: Played his last T20I against Australia on September 7, 2024.
