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Adam Milne (Cricketer) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 3, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth13 April 1992

Age30 Years (as of 2021)

BirthplacePalmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

ProfessionCricketer (Bowler)

NationalityNew Zealander

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyParents: Roy Milne and Margot Ferrick; Brothers: Finlay Milne, Dom Milne

Adam Milne (Cricketer) Biography

Adam Milne is a New Zealand right‑arm fast bowler known for his genuine pace. He has represented New Zealand in limited‑overs formats, played domestic andT

Early life and background

Adam Fraser Milne was born on 13 April 1992 in Palmerston North, Manawatū‑Whanganui, New Zealand. Raised in Palmerston North, he attended Palmerston North Intermediate Normal School and Palmerston North Boys’ High School. From a slim, medium‑paced youngster in his early school years, Milne increased his speed late in secondary school and began to see himself as a pace bowler who could trouble batters with raw velocity.

Career

Milne began his professional career with Central Districts, making his first‑class debut as an 18‑year‑old in the 2009–10 season. He impressed on debut, claiming four wickets and helping mark himself out as a fast‑bowling prospect. Early domestic performances earned him selection for Central Districts in the 2010 Champions League T20, where he played in South Africa.

His raw pace—regularly clocking in the mid‑140s to around 150 kph—attracted attention and led to international opportunities. Milne made his Twenty20 international debut for New Zealand on 26 December 2010 against Pakistan and later made his One‑Day International debut on 10 November 2012 against Sri Lanka. He was included among a preliminary list of players considered for New Zealand’s 2011 World Cup selection and went on to be part of New Zealand’s 2015 World Cup squad, where he played until an injury interrupted his progress shortly before the tournament’s semi‑final stage.

Injuries affected large parts of Milne’s early international trajectory between 2011 and 2012 and recurred at other points in his career, limiting his availability and appearances. Nonetheless, he remained a sought‑after seamer in franchise cricket. He was signed by Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League, though fitness problems limited his opportunities there. Milne later joined Kent in English domestic limited‑overs cricket, where he featured in the NatWest T20 Blast and took 28 wickets in 12 matches, including best figures of 5 for 11 against Somerset.

Milne has also played in the Big Bash League for Sydney Thunder. In the BBL he produced one of the competition’s most economical spells, returning figures of 1 for 6 from four overs and bowling 20 dot balls from 25 deliveries in that match. He has been associated with multiple domestic and franchise teams during his career, including Central Districts, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kent, Sydney Thunder and Mumbai Indians.

Milne’s pace reached a high point in 2015 when one of his deliveries was recorded at 153 kph, placing him among the fastest bowlers in the world that year. He was part of New Zealand’s squad for the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy and played in four matches during that tournament.

Public profile

Milne bats right‑handed and bowls right‑arm fast. He has worn jersey number 20 for New Zealand and has appeared with other squad numbers for franchise teams. Shane Bond has been influential as a coach and mentor in Milne’s development; Milne has spoken about Bond’s tactical and technical guidance shaping his bowling.

Personal life

Milne’s parents are Roy Milne and Margot Ferrick. He has two brothers, Finlay Milne and Dom Milne. As of the information provided, he is unmarried and has been reported to be in a relationship with Jane Lawrence. Physical characteristics listed include blue eyes and black hair, with a height of approximately 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in).

Latest updates

In 2021 Milne entered the Indian Premier League auction and was bought by Mumbai Indians. He continued to seek match fitness and form with franchise appearances, including a Big Bash stint aimed at building toward international opportunities such as the 2021 T20 World Cup. His domestic and franchise experiences across formats have been part of an ongoing effort to manage injuries and revive his international career.
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Recent Work

Mumbai Indians (IPL)

Bought in the 2021 IPL auction by Mumbai Indians after a bidding contest; joined the franchise ahead of the 2021 season.

2021
Sydney Thunder (Big Bash League)

Played for Sydney Thunder, producing one of the BBL’s most economical four‑over spells with figures of 1/6.

2020-21
Kent (NatWest T20 Blast)

Featured for Kent in the NatWest T20 Blast, taking 28 wickets in 12 matches with best figures of 5/11.

2017
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Career Highlights

  1. Made first‑class debut for Central Districts at 18 and took 4 wickets on debut
  2. International debut in T20Is (2010) and ODIs (2012) for New Zealand
  3. Recorded a delivery at 153 kph in 2015, ranking among the fastest bowlers globally that year
  4. Played in New Zealand’s 2015 World Cup squad and the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy
  5. Notable domestic and franchise spells across Central Districts, Kent, Sydney Thunder and Mumbai Indians
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Adam Milne (Cricketer) born?

13 April 1992

What is Adam Milne (Cricketer) known for?

Cricketer (Bowler)

What is Adam Milne (Cricketer)’s marital status?

Unmarried