13 Liam Livingstone

One of the most destructive all-rounders in modern cricket, Liam Livingstone (born August 4, 1993) is a global T20 icon known for his “monster” six-hitting ability and his unique tactical flexibility as a bowler. Hailing from Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, Livingstone is one of the few players in the world capable of bowling both leg-spin and off-spin effectively, making him a “cheat code” for captains in the shortest format.

As of January 21, 2026, Livingstone is currently in the headlines for his high-profile move to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the upcoming IPL 2026 season. After a subdued 2025 campaign with RCB, he has found a new home in the “Orange Army,” where he is expected to lead a powerhouse middle order alongside Heinrich Klaasen.

Liam Livingstone: Career Profile & 2026 Outlook

The ₹13 Crore IPL 2026 “Blockbuster” Deal

After being released by Royal Challengers Bengaluru following the 2025 season, Livingstone became the subject of a fierce bidding war in the December 2025 mega-auction. Sunrisers Hyderabad eventually secured his services for a staggering ₹13 Crore. Within the SRH setup, Livingstone is viewed as the ideal partner for Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, providing the franchise with unparalleled power-hitting depth.

SA20 2025/26: The “Super Giant” Call-Up

Just weeks ago, on January 5, 2026, Livingstone was drafted into Durban’s Super Giants (DSG) as a high-profile replacement for the injured Devon Conway. He has already made an impact in the ongoing SA20 season, showcasing his multi-dimensional skills. On January 17, 2026, he played a crucial role in DSG’s playoff push, contributing both with the bat and his deceptive “ambidextrous” spin.

England Captaincy & International Status

Livingstone’s leadership qualities were on full display in late 2024 when he served as England’s stand-in captain during the white-ball tour of the West Indies. It was during this tour that he smashed his maiden ODI century (124)*, leading England to a dramatic victory. While he was a surprise omission from England’s initial 2026 T20 World Cup squad in late December 2025, his recent league form has kept him at the forefront of the national selection conversation.

Liam Livingstone: Career Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.

IPL Batting & Bowling Records

Recent League Form (Jan 2026 – SA20)

• Matches: 3

• Runs: 61 (High Score: 32)

• Strike Rate: 164.86

• Bowling: 2 wickets (BBM: 1/25)