Who Is Josh Tongue:
oshua Charles “Josh” Tongue (nicknamed “Jeevy Boy”) was born on 15 November 1997 in Redditch, Worcestershire, England. A right-arm fast‑medium bowler and right-handed batter, he rose through Worcestershire’s youth system before shining in county cricket.
Career Highlights
Early Promise & County Success
- Made a stellar County Championship debut in 2017 at age 19, taking 47 wickets, helping Worcestershire earn promotion to Division One
International Breakthrough
- Earned a long-shot 500–1 bet placed when he was just 14 to eventually play Test cricket— and it paid off when he debuted for England in June 2023 versus Ireland
- Took 5/66 on Test debut at Lord’s, signaling his arrival on the international stage
Recent Years & Comeback
- Sidelined by a serious shoulder and pectoral injury from mid‑2023 through 2024, at times considering retirement
- Joined Nottinghamshire in 2024 and came back in April 2025 with a bang—scoring 55 and taking 5/66 in his debut first-class match for the club
International Form & 2025 Update
- Since his 2023 debut, Tongue has played five Test matches, taking 23 wickets at an average around the high 20s
- Most recently, he featured in England’s final Test of the India series at The Oval. On Day 1, he claimed two key wickets, helping put India in early trouble—even in weather‑impacted conditions
- That same over, he also bowled a series of wides—highlighting moments of inconsistency under pressure
- His inclusion in the Headingley Test XI (June 2025) alongside a pace-heavy attack sparked debate—some calling him an “X‑factor”, others questioning his form after a wicket‑less return from England Lions matches in Australia
Skills & Playing Style
- At 6 ft 4″, Tongue generates notable pace and bounce, and can move the ball both ways—making him a pipeline prospect for red-ball cricket
- Although primarily a bowler, he’s proven handy with the bat—scoring a maiden first-class 50 early in his county comeback (josh tongue)
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 Nov 1997, Redditch, Worcestershire |
| Role | Right‑arm fast‑medium bowler; right‑hand bat |
| Domestic Teams | Worcestershire (2016–23), Manchester Originals, Nottinghamshire (from 2024) |
| International Debut | Test vs Ireland, Lord’s, June 2023 |
| Test Best | 5 / 66 on debut |
| Recent Form | Came back strongly in 2025; took wickets in final England‑India Test |
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