Gemaal Hussain (born 7 June 1995) is an English professional cricketer who plays as a right‑arm fast‑medium bowler. He has represented Worcestershire County Cricket Club and Kent County Cricket Club in English domestic cricket and appeared for the England under‑19 team.
Early life and education
Gemaal Hussain was born in Leicester, Leicestershire, England. Details of his early education and junior cricket development are not widely documented in mainstream encyclopedic sources.
Domestic career
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Worcestershire (2015–2019) – Hussain made his first‑class debut for Worcestershire during the 2015 County Championship season. Over subsequent seasons he established himself as a regular member of the county’s bowling attack, competing in first‑class, List A, and Twenty20 formats.
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Kent (2020) – In August 2020, Hussain joined Kent on a short‑term contract, providing pace options for the county in the 2020 season. He featured in both first‑class and limited‑overs matches for the club.
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Other teams – Hussain has also played for England’s under‑19 side, participating in the 2014 ICC Under‑19 Cricket World Cup, and has appeared in various representative and development squads within the English cricketing structure.
International/representative career
Hussain was selected for the England under‑19 team for the 2014 ICC Under‑19 Cricket World Cup held in the United Arab Emirates. He featured in several matches during the tournament, contributing as a bowler, though he has not yet been capped at senior international level.
Playing style
A right‑arm fast‑medium bowler, Hussain is noted for his ability to generate seam movement and maintain disciplined line and length. He bats right‑handed, typically in the lower order, but his primary role in teams has been as a bowler.
Career statistics (as of the end of the 2023 English domestic season)
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best bowling | Bowling average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑class | – | – | – | – |
| List A | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty20 | – | – | – | – |
Exact statistical figures are subject to change and are not provided here due to the variability of sources; up‑to‑date numbers can be obtained from official cricket statistical databases.
Personal life
Publicly available information about Hussain’s personal life, including education beyond cricket and non‑cricket activities, is limited.
References
Information compiled from publicly available cricket archives, county club announcements, and match records up to 2023.
