Simon Doull is a former New Zealand cricketer who is now a cricket commentator. He played for New Zealand from 1992 to 2000. Simon Doull was born on August 6, 1969, in Pukekohe, Auckland. He made his ODI debut for New Zealand on 31 October 1992 against Zimbabwe and his Test debut the next day, 1 November 1992, also against Zimbabwe.
Simon Doull played for New Zealand as a bowler. He was a right-arm medium-pace swing bowler and batted right-handed in the lower order. Persistent injuries, including back problems and a knee injury on New Zealand’s 1999 tour of England, cut his international career short.
Simon Doull played Tests and ODIs for New Zealand. In domestic cricket he played for Northern Districts from 1989-90 to 2001-02. His elder brother, Lincoln Doull, played for Wellington.
Simon Doull took 134 international wickets for New Zealand: 98 wickets in 32 Tests and 36 wickets in 42 ODIs.
Simon Doull Career Highlights
His best Test figures were 7/65 against India in the Boxing Day Test at the Basin Reserve, Wellington, in December 1998. That spell lifted him to sixth in the ICC Test bowling rankings, his career best. His best ODI figures were 4/25. His last ODI was against Australia on 3 March 2000 and his last Test was against Australia on 24 March 2000.
Simon Doull as a Commentator
After retiring, Simon Doull moved into broadcasting. He has been part of the Indian Premier League commentary team since 2008 and has also worked on radio in New Zealand and for Sky Sports Cricket in the UK. He was on the commentary team for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. In 2026 he was part of the English commentary panel for IPL 2026.
Simon Doull Date of Birth- August 6, 1969
Simon Doull Place of Birth- Pukekohe, Auckland
Simon Doull Playing Role- bowler
Simon Doull Batting Style- Right-hand bat
Simon Doull Bowling Style- Right-arm medium
Simon Doull Teams Represented- New Zealand, Northern Districts
Simon Doull Current Role- Cricket commentator
Frequently asked questions
Who is Simon Doull?
Simon Doull is a former New Zealand cricketer who is now a cricket commentator. He played for New Zealand from 1992 to 2000.
When was Simon Doull born?
Simon Doull was born on August 6, 1969.
Where was Simon Doull born?
He was born in Pukekohe, Auckland, New Zealand.
How many Tests did Simon Doull play?
He played 32 Tests and took 98 wickets. He also played 42 ODIs and took 36 wickets.
What was Simon Doull's best bowling?
His best Test figures were 7/65 against India at the Basin Reserve, Wellington, in December 1998.
What type of bowler was Simon Doull?
He was a right-arm medium-pace swing bowler who batted right-handed in the lower order.
Which domestic team did Simon Doull play for?
He played for Northern Districts from 1989-90 to 2001-02.
Why did Simon Doull's career end early?
Persistent injuries, including back problems and a knee injury on New Zealand's 1999 tour of England, cut his international career short.
Is Simon Doull an IPL commentator?
Yes. He has been part of the IPL commentary team since 2008 and was on the English commentary panel for IPL 2026.
Does Simon Doull have a brother who played cricket?
Yes. His elder brother, Lincoln Doull, played for Wellington.
