| Name | Matthew Boyle |
| Date of Birth | 12-01-2003 |
| Age | 21 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Placed |
| Playing Role | Batting All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Bowling Style | RA Leg Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | New Zealand XI, New Zealand Development, Canterbury, Canterbury A, Old Boys Collegians CC |
| Coaching Qualifications | NZC Level 1 |
Matt Boyle is a destructive top-order batter with quite a future ahead of him.
The promising kiwi currently bats a Canterbury top order stacked with New Zealand internationals, including the likes of Tom Latham, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Chad Bowes, Henry Nicholls, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Michael Rippon, and skipper, Cole McConchie.
In November 2022, Boyle made his Ford Trophy (List A) debut for Canterbury whilst still in his teens. He had, a few months earlier (March 2022) represented a New Zealand XI in two 50-over matches against the touring Netherlands side (hitting scores of 16, and 41). Now a contracted member of the strong Canterbury squad its envisaged Boyle will have a long and fruitful career in the red and black colours.
Boyle is a youngster who always seemed destined for the big stage. He comes from a strong cricketing family – his Father (Justin), and Uncle (David) played over 100 matches for Canterbury between them, whilst his Brother (Jack) represents Central Districts following 80 plus matches for Canterbury.
The hard-hitting batter, who also bowls very useful wrist spin, earned his Canterbury selection courtesy of his exploits through the age groups. He broke all sorts of records for his school – St. Bede’s College, including the most centuries (11), and highest score (215 in a 50-over match).
In 2020/21 he made his Canterbury A debut towards the backend of the season, hitting 99 against Otago A. In 2021/22, he was named Player of the Tournament at the National Under-19 Competition, topping the run charts with 376 runs at 61 with 2 centuries. To evidence his all round ability, he was also the second leading wicket-taker bagging 10 wickets at 21.
Therefore, it came as no surprise to see Boyle picked for both the New Zealand Development and XI sides, before earning a full Canterbury contract for the 2022/23 season.
Boyle is a serious prospect and in a view towards his development played in England last summer. Playing for Three Bridges, he excelled in the Sussex Premier League, in a campaign where the Crawley-based club fell agonisingly short of winning the top flight. In all cricket for the club, Boyle racked up 1,123 runs at 48.83 and took 26 wickets at 22.15 for good measure.
The Canterbury batting all-rounder is now exploring opportunities for a UK return in 2025 and clearly, he will be a sought after commodity.
| Team (Season) | Runs | Ave | Wkts | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Bridges (2024) | 1123 | 48.83 | 26 | 22.15 |
| Name | Matthew Boyle |
| Date of Birth | 12-01-2003 |
| Age | 21 |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Player Status | Placed |
| Playing Role | Batting All-Rounder (Spin) |
| Player Status | Placed () |
| Bowling Style | RA Leg Spin |
| Batting Style | LH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | New Zealand XI, New Zealand Development, Canterbury, Canterbury A, Old Boys Collegians CC |
| Coaching Qualifications | NZC Level 1 |
Matt Boyle is a destructive top-order batter with quite a future ahead of him.
The promising kiwi currently bats a Canterbury top order stacked with New Zealand internationals, including the likes of Tom Latham, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Chad Bowes, Henry Nicholls, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Michael Rippon, and skipper, Cole McConchie.
In November 2022, Boyle made his Ford Trophy (List A) debut for Canterbury whilst still in his teens. He had, a few months earlier (March 2022) represented a New Zealand XI in two 50-over matches against the touring Netherlands side (hitting scores of 16, and 41). Now a contracted member of the strong Canterbury squad its envisaged Boyle will have a long and fruitful career in the red and black colours.
Boyle is a youngster who always seemed destined for the big stage. He comes from a strong cricketing family – his Father (Justin), and Uncle (David) played over 100 matches for Canterbury between them, whilst his Brother (Jack) represents Central Districts following 80 plus matches for Canterbury.
The hard-hitting batter, who also bowls very useful wrist spin, earned his Canterbury selection courtesy of his exploits through the age groups. He broke all sorts of records for his school – St. Bede’s College, including the most centuries (11), and highest score (215 in a 50-over match).
In 2020/21 he made his Canterbury A debut towards the backend of the season, hitting 99 against Otago A. In 2021/22, he was named Player of the Tournament at the National Under-19 Competition, topping the run charts with 376 runs at 61 with 2 centuries. To evidence his all round ability, he was also the second leading wicket-taker bagging 10 wickets at 21.
Therefore, it came as no surprise to see Boyle picked for both the New Zealand Development and XI sides, before earning a full Canterbury contract for the 2022/23 season.
Boyle is a serious prospect and in a view towards his development played in England last summer. Playing for Three Bridges, he excelled in the Sussex Premier League, in a campaign where the Crawley-based club fell agonisingly short of winning the top flight. In all cricket for the club, Boyle racked up 1,123 runs at 48.83 and took 26 wickets at 22.15 for good measure.
The Canterbury batting all-rounder is now exploring opportunities for a UK return in 2025 and clearly, he will be a sought after commodity.
| Team (Season) | Runs | Ave | Wkts | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Bridges (2024) | 1123 | 48.83 | 26 | 22.15 |
