Mark Richardson is a former professional cricket player who represented New Zealand in 38 test matches in the early 2000s.

After his cricketing career Mark found his way into broadcasting via commentary for Sky Sport and co-hosted the popular show The Crowd Goes Wild on Prime. Mark's broadcasting career expanded beyond sports with roles on The Block NZ and The AM Show. Mark also spent a year hosting a talkback radio programme on the ill-fated Today FM.

Lately Mark has reinvented his career once again as a Financial Adviser at Forsyth Barr Limited.