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The Daily Insight

Is Joe Burns a good batsman?

Author

Caleb Butler

Updated on April 05, 2026

A stylish batsman who plays straight, plays late and has the patience to wait for balls in his area, Joe Burns has proven his worth as a Test match opener for Australia but has battled to bed down a permanent place despite playing in an era where Australia has been desperate for quality Test batsmen.

How old is Joe Burns cricketer?

32 years (September 6, 1989)
Joe Burns/Age

Who does Joe Burns play for?

Queensland cricket teamBatsman
Brisbane HeatBatsmanLancashire Cricket ClubBatsman
Joe Burns/Current teams

Where is Joe Burns?

Herston, Australia
Joe Burns/Place of birth

How tall is Tim David?

6′ 5″
Tim David/Height

What state is Joe Burns from?

Queensland, Australia
Joe Burns (cricketer)

Personal information
Born6 September 1989 Herston, Queensland, Australia
Height182 cm (6 ft 0 in)
BattingRight-handed
BowlingRight-arm medium

What BBL team does Joe Burns play for?

Melbourne Stars
BBL 2021 – Joe Burns signs with Melbourne Stars after nine seasons with Brisbane Heat.

Is Joe Burns Italian?

In the thread following the post, it was also stated that soon to be debutant Joe Burns is Italian-Australian. Don Bradman (Australia, NSW, SA), the Don’s Italian heritage has been well documented. One of his grandparents was from Genoa.

Is Tim David good player?

Tim David is a right-handed batsman with the ability to double down as an all-rounder with his right arm off break bowling. He has batted at No. 3 for Singapore but has taken up middle order and finisher’s roles for his T20 franchise teams. He is a hard-hitting batsman known for his aggressive style.

Where did Joe Burns go to school?

St Joseph’s Nudgee College
Joe Burns/Education