| Jhye Richardson started playing cricket at a young age with his elder brother in the backyard. |
| Coaches initially discouraged him from becoming a pace bowler due to his body frame. |
| Richardson persevered and continued playing cricket with local clubs. |
| To improve his fitness, he also played rugby during his teenage years. |
| He played for Australia Under-19 in 2015 and in the 2016 Under-19 World Cup. |
| Made first-class debut for Western Australia at 19 and excelled in the 2015-16 BBL season. |
| His 2016 BBL performance earned him a national call-up despite limited first-class experience. |
| Received a plot of land on the moon as a birthday gift from his brother in 2017. |
| Noticed by selectors for taking 8 wickets in an innings against New South Wales in 2018. |
| Part of the Australian squad that defeated India in 2019, where he got Virat Kohli out thrice. |
| Took five wickets on his Test debut against Sri Lanka in 2019. |
| Became a centrally contracted player for Cricket Australia in 2019. |
| Sustained a shoulder injury that ruled him out of the 2019 World Cup and Ashes. |
| Second most expensive bowler in IPL history in 2021 when Punjab Kings acquired him for Rs 14 crore. |
| His Cricket Australia central contract was terminated in April 2022. |
| Featured in memes after bleeding from a collision while celebrating Perth Scorchers' win in 2022 BBL. |
| Bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 1.5 crore in the 2023 IPL auction but did not play that season. |
| Missed the 2023 ODI World Cup due to a hamstring injury and subsequent surgery. |
| Acquired by Delhi Capitals for Rs 5 crore in the 2024 IPL auction. |
| Besides cricket, Richardson is involved in esports and is a non-drinker and non-smoker. |
| Known for his explosive pace and delivery speed, reaching 149 kph in the BBL. |
| Frequently seen wearing Adidas cricket shoes with motivational messages. |
| Enjoys having a golden retriever named Nala as a pet. |
