Alexander Hurwood (17 June 1902 – 26 September 1982), was an Australian cricketer who played in two Tests in the 1930-31 season. Hurwood was born in Brisbane and educated at Brisbane Grammar School. Renowned for his odd bowling style — taking only a couple of steps before delivering the ball — Hurwood was a medium-paced off-spinner. He played several seasons for Queensland before being called up to the Australian Test team. He had his most successful season in 1929-30, taking 46 wickets at an average of 19.84. He took 6 for 179 when Don Bradman made 452 not out in January 1930. In his next match, two weeks later, Hurwood took his best figures of 6 for 80 against South Australia.