Tom Banton
Player Information
Player Overview
Tom Banton is a right handed wicket keeper batter who is known for his aggressive stroke play and fearless approach at the top of the order. He has built a strong reputation in T20 cricket through his ability to score quickly and put pressure on bowlers from the beginning of an innings.
The England cricketer has represented multiple franchise teams around the world and continues to be regarded as one of the most exciting white ball players. His attacking mindset, clean hitting, and adaptability make him a valuable asset in any batting lineup.
Playing Style
Banton likes to play positive cricket and is comfortable taking on both pace and spin. His wide range of shots allows him to score in all areas of the ground, while his wicket keeping skills provide additional value behind the stumps.
Official ILT20 Batting Statistics
| Batting | Matches | NO | Runs | High Score | Average | S/R | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 2 | 245 | 63 V Scotland | 27.22 | 145.83 | – | 2 | 19 | 12 |
| 2025 | 10 | 3 | 124 | 37 V Ireland | 31 | 167.57 | – | – | 16 | 3 |
| 2022 | 5 | – | 122 | 73 V West Indies | 24.4 | 156.41 | – | 1 | 10 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 | – | 149 | 71 V Pakistan | 24.83 | 136.7 | – | 1 | 13 | 6 |
| 2019 | 3 | – | 56 | 31 V New Zealand | 18.67 | 164.71 | – | – | 6 | 3 |
| OVERALL | 35 | 5 | 696 | 73 V West Indies | 25.78 | 150.32 | 0 | 4 | 64 | 32 |
Official ILT20 Bowling Statistics
| Bowling | INN | Balls | Runs | Wickets | BBI | Average | ECON | S/R | 3W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERALL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 V | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Which Team Does Tom Banton Play for in ILT20?
Tom Banton plays for MI Emirates in DP World ILT20 Season 5. His aggressive batting and wicket keeping abilities strengthen the team’s top order and provide valuable experience in franchise cricket.
Career Background
Tom Banton was born on 11 November 1998 in Birmingham, England. He is a right handed wicket keeper batter who has represented England in international cricket and has played for several franchise teams around the world. His attacking style has made him one of the most exciting white ball batters of his generation.
ILT20 Record
Tom Banton has represented both Dubai Capitals and MI Emirates during his ILT20 career. His aggressive top order batting and ability to score quickly have made him an important player in the competition.
Playing Style at UAE Venues
Tom Banton’s attacking approach suits the batting friendly conditions found at UAE venues. His ability to dominate the powerplay, rotate strike, and play innovative shots makes him a dangerous opener throughout the ILT20 season.