By afiur
November 01, 2026
Mitchell Guy Johnson was born on November 2, 1981, in Townsville, Queensland. He became one of Australia's most feared fast bowlers.
Johnson claimed 313 wickets in 73 Test matches, establishing himself among Australia's greatest fast-bowling legends.
He destroyed England with 37 wickets in five Tests, powering Australia to a memorable 5-0 Ashes whitewash.
Johnson played a crucial role in Australia's 2015 ODI World Cup triumph, taking three wickets in the final against New Zealand.
He won the ICC Cricketer of the Year award in 2009 and 2014 before retiring from international cricket in 2015.