Spencer Johnson, a cricketer from Australia, excels as a T20I death-over specialist. |
His performance in the Big Bash League (BBL) matches has gained him recognition for bowling economically. |
Gujarat Titans (GT) snagged him for 10 crores for the 2024 IPL season, creating headlines. |
Born into a family of athletes, including a rugby-playing father and brothers, he started in multiple sports during childhood. |
He transitioned to cricket and rugby during his school years. |
Initially a rugby player, he shifted to cricket after playing for Flinders Park Football Club. |
Selected for South Australia Under-19 in 2013, he debuted for West Torrens Cricket Club in the 2014-15 season. |
He signed with South Australia (West End Redbacks) ahead of the 2017-18 season. |
Debuted in List-A cricket in the 2017–18 JLT One-Day Cup for Rednecks. |
Injuries, including a stress fracture, paused his career but he bounced back to debut in first-class cricket in 2022-23. |
His mentors include retired pacer Jason Gillespie, under whom he trained extensively. |
Debuted in the BBL for Brisbane Heat and has since played in various leagues, including Major League Cricket (MLC) and Global T20 (GT20). |
In The Hundred, he starred for Oval Invincibles, showcasing his bowling skills. |
Johnson's IPL journey started with a 10 crore deal with Gujarat Titans, impressing with his bowling speeds over 145 kmph. |
Away from cricket, he dabbled in culinary and landscaping endeavors. |
Endured surgeries and setbacks due to ankle injuries, showing resilience in overcoming challenges. |
Johnson's ethnic background led to an offer to play for Italy; he prioritized representing Australia. |
Fitness and Test cricket are his focus, aiming to establish his presence in the longer format of the game. |
He enjoys the company of dogs and is often seen celebrating victories with alcoholic beverages. |
Despite sharing a surname, he is not related to former bowler Mitchell Johnson. |
His long-time girlfriend, Sarah Petherick, has been a constant in his life since high school. |