Tim David Biography: Age, Height, Career, Stats, Net worth and Family

Who is Tim David?

Tim David is a Singapore-born Australian cricketer who represents Australia in international cricket and plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League 2026.

He is a right-hand batsman and right-arm off-break bowler known for his powerful hitting and ability to finish matches as middle-order batter.

Tim David is among world’s most sought-after T20 finishers, having built reputation across BBL, PSL, and other leagues with explosive batting performances and holding record for highest strike rate in single IPL season.

Early Life and Background

He was Born on March 16, 1996, in Singapore, his birth place is Singapore. His hometown is Perth, Australia after parents relocated when he was 2 years old. The DOB makes him 29 years old as of January 2026. His birthday celebrate on March 16th every year.

Tim’s background involved engineering parents environment. Parents include Rod David (Roderick David), father who is former cricketer and engineer who relocated to Singapore in 1990s, and mother whose name is not publicly known.

Brother details are not available publicly. Guardians moved back to Australia in wake of 1997 Asian financial crisis when Tim was just 2 years old.

Regarding his relationships, he married Stephanie Kershaw, an Australian field hockey player.

His wife Stephanie Kershaw supports his cricket career. Earlier his gf status was private before marriage. Cast is Cristian, and house is in Perth.

Tim David Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Timothy Hays David
Occupation	Middle order Batter
Place	Singapore
Hometown	Perth, Australia
Date of Birth (Birthday)	March 16, 1996
Age	29 years
Height	6 feet 5 inches (195 cm)
Weight	NA
Father	Rod David (Roderick David)
Mother	Not Publicly Known
Brother	Not Known
Sisters	Not Known
Cast	Cristian
Wife	Stephanie Kershaw
Gf	Stephanie Kershaw (before marriage)
House	Perth, Australia
IPL Team	Royal Challengers Bengaluru
IPL Price 2026	₹3 crore
Net Worth	Estimated ₹25-30 crore

Professional Cricket Career

Tim’s career start came at age 8 when he joined Claremont-Nedlands Cricket Club’s U-10 team. Guardians Rod David was head of local MILO Have-A-Go youth cricket program and played Fourth Grade cricket.

List-A 1st Match Played on September 17, 2019, for Singapore against Qatar at Kuala Lumpur. In 20 matches, scored 790 runs with 2 centuries and biggest score of 140* at remarkable average of 60.76.

T20 1st Match Played on January 1, 2018, for Perth Scorchers against Sydney Sixers in BBL. In 313 T20 matches, scored 6,136 runs including century in T20 with biggest score of 102* at strike rate of 162.45.

Made international debut for Singapore in T20I on July 22, 2019, against Qatar. Later represented Australia from 2022, 1st Match Played on September 20, 2022, against India at Mohali. In 68 T20I matches, scored 1,596 runs with 1 century and big score of 102*.

ODI 1st Match Played on September 9, 2023, for Australia against South Africa at Bloemfontein. In 4 matches, scored 45 runs with big score of 35.

Recent news includes his fastest T20I century for Australia (37 balls) against West Indies in June 2025 and being part of RCB’s IPL 2025 title triumph, though missed final due to injury.

IPL Career

His Indian Premier League journey began in 2021 when Royal Challengers Bangalore signed him as replacement for Finn Allen. Played only 1 match, becoming first international player from Singapore in IPL.

In February 2022 auction, Mumbai Indians bought him for ₹8.25 crore with six teams bidding.

Made impressive debut season scoring 186 runs at strike rate of 216.28, establishing record for highest strike rate in single season (min 150 runs).

Notable performance came with 46 off 18 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2022. Continued with Mumbai Indians for 2023 (231 runs) and 2024 (241 runs) seasons.

For ipl 2026, returned to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for ₹3 crore at mega auction. The ipl team 2026 won their maiden title with Tim as key finisher.

His ipl price reflects consistent T20 performances across global leagues and reputation as reliable finisher.

Tim David Stats

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct
ODIs	4	4	0	45	35	11.25	53	84.90	0	0	3	3	0
T20Is	68	58	14	1596	102*	36.27	945	168.88	1	9	126	101	41
List A	20	18	5	790	140*	60.76	658	120.06	2	5	72	31	12
T20s	313	280	82	6136	102*	30.98	3777	162.45	1	22	426	396	180

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR
ODIs	4	1	12	20	1	1/20	1/20	20.00	10.00	12.0
T20Is	68	11	164	255	5	1/18	1/18	51.00	9.32	32.8
List A	20	7	228	171	10	3/26	3/26	17.10	4.50	22.8
T20s	313	61	651	964	15	1/0	1/0	64.26	8.88	43.4

IPL Stats

Batting & Fielding

Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct
50	44	18	846	50*	32.53	488	173.36	0	1	54	60	29

Bowling

Mat	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR
50	–	–	–	–	–	–	–

His career stats showcase exceptional T20 abilities globally. Career Statics demonstrate why he’s among most destructive finishers in world cricket.

Records and Achievements

Tim David multiple achivement include:

• Highest strike rate in single IPL season: 216.28 (2022)
• Australia’s fastest T20I century: 37 balls vs West Indies (2025)
• 9th highest career strike rate in T20I: 168.88
• Leading run-scorer in ICC T20 World Cup Asia Region Final (369 runs)
• Hit 140* off 70 balls for Surrey vs Warwickshire (2021)
• Most sixes in PSL 2022: 21 sixes for Multan Sultans
• Part of RCB’s maiden IPL title win (2025)
• Part of Hobart Hurricanes’ first BBL title

These records demonstrate his power-hitting prowess across global T20 leagues.

Playing Style

Tim David’s body is 6 feet 5 inches (195 cm) giving him tremendous reach and power. As batsman, uses body advantage to generate power, particularly strong hitting down the ground and clearing boundaries effortlessly.

Bowls handy right-arm off-breaks after switching from seam due to stress fracture. Reliable fielder in deep positions at long-on or midwicket. Safe catcher who usually mans outfield.

Tim David Net Worth

Net worth is estimated at ₹25-30 crore (2026). Income sources include:

• Indian Premier League salary: ₹3 crore from RCB (2025)
• Previous contracts: ₹8.25 crore from MI (2022-2024)
• BBL contracts with Perth Scorchers and Hobart Hurricanes
• PSL contracts with Lahore Qalandars and Multan Sultans
• International cricket match fees from Australia
• Brand endorsements including Bradbury Cricket sponsorship

The net worth reflects extensive T20 league participation across BBL, PSL, CPL, and other global tournaments.

Family, Personal Life & Relationships

His Parents Rod David, former cricketer and engineer, provided early cricket exposure. Worked in Singapore during 1990s before returning to Perth due to Asian financial crisis. Accompanied young Tim to Creswell Park and Belvista Oval where he played for Claremont-Nedlands Cricket Club.

Married Stephanie Kershaw, Australian field hockey player who understands demands of professional sports. Family maintains private life away from media spotlight.

Attended prestigious Scotch College in Perth’s western suburbs. Played age-group cricket with Joel Paris, Matt Kelly, Will Bosisto, and Cameron Steel.

Hobbies include travelling and playing golf. Sports enthusiast who enjoys spending time outdoors. Avid dog lover who owns pet dog named Rhani. Featured on Time magazine cover in January 2023.

Team India Prospects

Represents Australia in international cricket after initially playing for Singapore. Dates Joined progression shows growth: CNCC U-10 (2004), Perth Scorchers (2018), Singapore national team (2019), Australia (2022), multiple T20 leagues globally.

Regular feature in Australian T20I setup with strong performances positioning him for continued international success.

Social Media Profile

Platform	Handle
Instagram	@timdavid8
X (Twitter)	@timdavid8
Facebook	Tim David

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