Personal Information
| Name | Phil Salt | Nationality |  England | Position | Batsman | Playing Role | Wicketkeeper Batter | IPL Team | Kolkata Knight Riders | Marriage Status | Unmarried | International Debut | England (2021—present) | T20i International Debut | West Indies vs England at Bridgetown - January 26, 2022 | Test International Debut | Not Yet Started | One Day International Debut | England vs Pakistan at Cardiff - July 08, 2021 | Batting Style | Right hand Bat | Bowling Style | Right arm Offbreak | Born at | Bodelwyddan, North Wales | Current Team | England National Cricket Team, Kolkata Knight Riders | Birthday | August 28, 1996 | Age | 29 |
Career Information
Phil Salt – England’s Explosive Opening Batter & Power-Hitter
Philip Dean Salt, born on August 28, 1996, in Bodelwyddan, Wales, is an exciting cricketer who represents England’s international team. A right-handed batter and occasional wicketkeeper, Salt is known for his aggressive style and ability to score quickly.
Cricket Career Stats & Highlights
- ODIs: Salt has played 22 matches, scoring over 700 runs at a strike rate exceeding 100, including a memorable 122 against the Netherlands*.
- T20Is: In 16 matches, he has amassed 300+ runs, showcasing his ability in high-pressure games.
- Tests: Yet to make his debut.
- IPLs: He was acquired by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for ₹11.50 crore in the IPL 2025 auction
Records & Achievements
Salt is known for his family-oriented nature, though details about his wife remain private. His record-breaking partnership in ODIs during the 498-run England innings against the Netherlands cemented his place as a game-changer.
Dynamic and fearless, Philip Salt is a rising star in English cricket, exciting fans with every performance.
