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Faf du Plessis

Faf du Plessis

South Africa, Northerns, Titans, CSK, RPS, RCB, Delhi Capitals, Joburg Super Kings (SA20)

Matches

250+

Runs

11198

Centuries

23

Fans

Millions

Biography

Faf du Plessis is a stylish and resilient South African cricketer known for his leadership, consistency, and fitness. Born on July 13, 1984, in Pretoria, he made a memorable Test debut with a match-saving century against Australia in 2012. Du Plessis has captained South Africa across all formats, earning respect for his calm demeanor and tactical sharpness. A key figure in the Proteas’ middle order, he’s also been a regular in T20 leagues like the IPL, where he plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Off the field, he is admired for his integrity and athletic lifestyle.

Career Highlights

12
2012•

Sensational Test Debut

Scored 110* vs Australia in Adelaide, saving the match in a heroic effort.

15
2015•

T20I Century

Hit 119 vs West Indies — then the highest T20I score by a South African.

16
2016•

ODI Captaincy

Led South Africa to a historic 5–0 whitewash against Australia in ODIs.

19
2019•

South African Cricketer of the Year

Recognized for consistent performances and leadership.

21
2021•

Dominant IPL Season

Scored 633 runs in IPL 2021, helping CSK win the title and finishing as runner-up for Orange Cap.

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Faf du Plessis raising his bat after a gritty Test century in Adelaide.

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Leading South Africa with passion and poise during an ODI series.

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Celebrating a powerful knock for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2021.

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Calm under pressure – Faf’s signature fielding moment at the boundary.

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Focused and fierce: du Plessis prepping in the nets.

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Walking off to a standing ovation after another match-winning innings.

Personal Information

Full NameFrançois (“Faf”) du Plessis
BornJuly 12, 1984
BirthplacePretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
TeamsSouth Africa, Northerns, Titans, CSK, RPS, RCB, Delhi Capitals, Joburg Super Kings (SA20)
NicknameFaf, Faffy

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Major Achievements

Memorable Test Debut (2012)
Captain Across All Formats
Part of South Africa’s No.1 Test Team
Centuries in All Formats
Consistent IPL Performer

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Career Statistics

Test Cricket

Matches

69

Runs

4163

Average

40.03

High Score

199

Centuries

10

Fifties

21

One Day Internationals

Matches

143

Runs

5507

Average

46.67

High Score

185

Centuries

12

Fifties

35

T20 Internationals

Matches

50

Runs

1528

Average

35.53

High Score

119

Centuries

1

Fifties

10

What Others Say

"Faf is one of the most resilient and composed captains I’ve played under."

AB de Villiers

AB de Villiers

Former SA Teammate

"He’s a great leader, calm in crisis, and always leads by example."

Stephen Fleming

Stephen Fleming

CSK Coach

"His commitment to fitness and consistency is world-class."

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli

RCB Teammate

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