BJ Watling

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Watling's legacy is defined by his remarkable consistency and his ability to rise to the occasion. He holds the New Zealand record for most Test dismissals by a wicket-keeper, a testament to his skill behind the stumps. His double century in 2014 was a historic first for a New Zealand wicket-keeper, and he was part of the team that won the inaugural World Test Championship in 2021. These achievements place him among the greatest wicket-keepers in the country's history.

AwardsBJ Watling's individual honours reflect his consistent excellence rather than flashy trophies. He was named New Zealand Cricket's Most Valuable Player for the 2013–14 season and earned a place in the ICC Test Team of the Year in 2014. He was also inducted into the Northern Districts Hall of Fame, recognising his long and distinguished service to the franchise.

Honours & Distinctions

Northern Districts Hall of Fame

Northern Districts Cricket·2022

Inducted for his outstanding contribution to the franchise.

Records & Feats

Most Test dismissals by a New Zealand wicket-keeper

Career Milestone·2021

Holds the record for the most dismissals by a New Zealand wicket-keeper in Test cricket.

First New Zealand wicket-keeper to score a Test double century

Historic First·2014

Scored an unbeaten 207 against South Africa in Cape Town in 2014.

Record sixth-wicket partnership for New Zealand

Partnership Record·2011

Shared a 232-run partnership with Daniel Vettori against Pakistan in 2011.

Record seventh-wicket partnership for New Zealand

Partnership Record·2013

Shared a 214-run partnership with Ross Taylor against England in 2013.