Jonny Bairstow, born on September 26, 1989, in Bradford, Yorkshire, is one of England’s most explosive and versatile batsmen. Wearing jersey number 51, Bairstow is a right-handed batter and capable wicketkeeper who has been a mainstay across all formats for England since his debut in 2011. The son of former England wicketkeeper David Bairstow, Jonny carved out his own identity with his aggressive stroke play and fearless attitude. He holds the distinction of being the first England batter to score three consecutive ODI centuries and has racked up over 5,000 ODI runs with a blistering strike rate. His 2019 World Cup campaign was instrumental in England’s title win, with back-to-back centuries against India and New Zealand during the group stages. In Tests, Bairstow has had a rollercoaster journey. After a stellar 2016 where he scored over 1,400 runs as a keeper-batsman, his form dipped but he bounced back remarkably in 2022 during the Bazball era. His twin centuries against India and match-winning knocks against New Zealand reestablished him as one of England’s most feared Test batters. Bairstow’s dual ability to anchor and accelerate makes him an invaluable asset. Whether keeping wickets or fielding in the deep, his athleticism and energy lift the side. As of 2025, Bairstow remains an indispensable figure in England's red and white-ball cricket.