Former White Ferns captain and all-rounder Haidee Tiffen has been inducted into the New Zealand Cricket Hall of Fame, marking a significant moment at the NZC Awards. The 46-year-old becomes the first addition since last summer’s inaugural “First Eleven.”
Tiffen will be honoured alongside Jeremy Coney at the awards ceremony, recognising a career that left a lasting mark on women’s cricket in New Zealand. She retired from international cricket in March 2009, shortly after leading the side to the final of the Women’s Cricket World Cup in Australia, bringing an end to a decade-long international career.
Widely regarded as one of the leading all-rounders of her era, Tiffen made her debut at the age of 19 against South Africa in 1999. Over 117 ODIs, she scored 2919 runs at an average of 30.72, including 18 half-centuries and one century, while also taking 49 wickets with her medium pace. In addition, she represented New Zealand in two Tests and nine T20Is, with her leadership highlighted by the team’s run to the 2009 World Cup final.
Following her retirement, Tiffen remained involved in the game through coaching, contributing further to the development of New Zealand women’s cricket. Her induction recognises not only her statistical achievements but also her influence, leadership and overall contribution to the sport. Eligibility for Hall of Fame selection includes having represented New Zealand, being at least five years removed from international retirement, and delivering outstanding performances.
Reflecting on the honour, Tiffen said: “It’s a huge honour to be inducted into the Hall of Fame and to be alongside some of my role models already inducted, like Debbie Hockley, Sir Richard Hadlee and Emily Drumm. As a young girl from Timaru, representing New Zealand was always a dream. Cricket has given me so much incredible friendships, challenges, and memories that will stay with me forever. I’m very grateful to the game and everyone who supported me along the way.”
Her inclusion follows the launch of the Hall of Fame last summer, which recognised figures including Jackie Lord, Trish McKelvey, Debbie Hockley and World Cup-winning captain Emily Drumm. Tiffen’s induction further highlights the growing recognition of White Ferns contributors and their role in shaping the future of the game.
