Shimron Hetmyer

Cricketer

Guyanese Cumberland, Berbice, Guyana

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityGuyanese
Date of Birth26/12/1996
Age29 years
BirthplaceCumberland, Berbice, Guyana

Latest News about Shimron Hetmyer

23/02/2026

Shimron Hetmyer delivered a match-winning performance in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8 stage against Zimbabwe at Wankhede Stadium, scoring 85 runs off just 34 balls. This explosive knock set the record for the fastest T20 World Cup half-century by a West Indian player. He was awarded Man of the Match for his contribution, helping West Indies secure a crucial victory.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameShimron Odilon Hetmyer
NicknameHettie
Zodiac sign/Sun signCapricorn

Physical Stats & More

Height178 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • - Rose Hall Estate Primary School, Guyana
  • - Berbice High School, New Amsterdam, Guyana
College/UniversityNot Known
Educational QualificationHigh School Graduate

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
EthnicityAfro-Guyanese
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian
AddressHe resides in Georgetown, Guyana
Hobbies
  • Playing Cricket
  • Football & Volleyball
Tattoo(s)Left Tricep

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affair/GirlfriendNirvani Umrao

Family

FatherGladston Hetmyer (worked at sugar estates)
MotherIngrid Hetmyer
Siblings
  • Seon Hetmyer (Elder)
  • Shonette Hetmyer (Elder)
  • Shonelle Hetmyer (Elder)

Career

International Debut
ODI20 December 2017 against New Zealand at Whangarei
Test21 April 2017 against Pakistan at Kingston
T201 January 2018 against New Zealand at Mount Maunganui
Jersey Number
  • #2 (West Indies)
  • #2, 3 (Domestic)
Domestic/State Team(s)
  • Guyana
  • Guyana Amazon Warriors
Coach/Mentor
Coaches
  • Hubern Evans
  • Roy Fredericks
  • Alvin Kallicharran
MentorAnil Beharry
Batting StyleLeft-hand bat
Bowling StyleLegbreak googly
Favourite ShotPull shot
Records
  • In 2018, he became the youngest batsman to score a century in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL)
  • Scored the fastest T20 World Cup half-century by a West Indian (85 off 34 balls) against Zimbabwe in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8 stage at Wankhede Stadium
Awards, Achievements
  • 2013 - Under-17 Player of the Year Award by Berbice Cricket Board (BCB)
  • 2018 - Berbice Sportsman of The Year Award
  • Captained West Indies Under-19 to victory in the 2016 Under-19 Cricket World Cup
  • Named one of the five ICC breakout stars in men's cricket in 2018
  • Man of the Match for 85 off 34 balls vs Zimbabwe in 2026 T20 World Cup Super 8
Career Turning PointHis performance in the Professional Cricket League (PCL) of 2017
IPL Teams
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore (2019)
  • Delhi Capitals (2020-2021)
  • Rajasthan Royals (2022-present)
  • Rajasthan Royals (2026)
Career Statistics
T20 International
Matches82
Innings72
Runs1593
Highest Score85
Average24.51
Strike Rate139.61
Fifties9
Centuries0
ODI
Matches57
Innings52
Runs1543
Highest Score139
Average31.49
Strike Rate105.4
Fifties4
Centuries5
Test
Matches16
Innings30
Runs838
Highest Score93
Average27.93
Strike Rate73.64
Fifties5
Centuries0
IPL
Matches86
Innings79
Runs1483
Highest Score75
Average29.08
Strike Rate151.95
Fifties5
Centuries0
CPL
Matches96
Innings92
Runs2269
Highest Score100
Average28.01
Strike Rate140.41
Fifties15
Centuries1

Favourites

Favourite Cricketer(s)
Batsman
Bowler
Favourite Actor(s)
Favourite ActressTia Mowry
Favourite Film(s)
  • Think Like A Man
  • The Spy Next Door
  • Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Favourite TV ShowThe Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Favourite Singer(s)
Favourite Football Club(s)
  • FC Barcelona
  • Manchester United FC
Favourite RestaurantJohnny Rockets in Guyana

Style Quotient

Car CollectionSuzuki Escudo
Money Factor
SalaryNot Known
IPL 2026 ContractRs 11.00 crore (Rajasthan Royals)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Began playing cricket at the school level at just 9 years old.
2. Achieved a century in a first-class match by the age of 16.
3. Demonstrated leadership abilities from a young age.
4. Guided West Indies Under-19 to victory in their first U-19 World Cup.
5. Considers elder brother and Brian Lara as sources of inspiration.
6. Recognized for being talkative and having a good sense of humor.
7. Would have pursued a career in football if not for cricket.
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