Michael emerged onto the First Class scene in the 2010-11 season.

An aggressive left handed top order batsman with a best score of 97 in his first three First Class games. Michael is also a more than capable wicket keeper and offers cover to the Volts squad in this department.

A former New Zealand Under 19 representative and a member of the cricketing Bracewell family, Michael is a home grown talent to watch over coming seasons.