Maia Emily Bouchier was born on 5 December 1998 in Kensington, London, to a multi-ethnic family. Her mother is Iranian and her father is English — growing up in a cultural mix where cricket was not just a game, but a way of life.
She attended Rugby School as a child and later Oxford Brookes University. It was clear from her teenage years that Maia was a different kind of player who would carve her own path.
Love with cricket
Her love for cricket developed at the age of just 6, when she began playing for his father’s local club.
- In 2014, at the age of 16, she made his debut for Middlesex.
- She later joined Hampshire and established himself as a reliable middle-order batsman.
She has played consistently:
- Southern Vipers
- Southern Brave (The Hundred)
- Melbourne Stars (WBBL)
International debut
- T20 International debut: 4 September 2021, against New Zealand.
- ODI debut: 9 September 2023, against Sri Lanka.
Career statistics (until 2025)
Struggle and morale
Maia’s life is not limited to success on the field.
- She came out about her sexual identity as a teenager.
- She endured bullying in school due to her LGBTQ+ identity.
- However, cricket was her source of confidence.
- She is proud of her identity and is an inspiration to thousands of young women today.
Environmental protection and social initiatives
Maia is not only a player on the field, but also socially conscious. She is an active member of EcoAthletes, who work on climate change. She wants to create an eco-friendly culture through cricket and sports.
Personal life
- Maia has a special person in her life — Jess Grimson, a British beach volleyball player.
- They continue to balance their lives by each other’s side.
- Maia believes — “Self-knowledge and peace of mind are equally important for success.”
Future dreams
- Maia’s goal is not just to stay in the England team, but to become a world-class all-rounder.
- She wants to prove herself in all formats — Test, ODI, T20.
- Her goal is to set an example as a female cricketer, environmentalist, and social ambassador.
Maia Bouchier teaches us —
“If you have courage, love who you are, and believe in hard work — it is possible to conquer any challenge.”
She is not just a cricketer,s he is a warrior. Every chapter of his life inspires us.
