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Hashim Amla

Hashim Amla

South Africa, Dolphins, Cape Cobras, Essex, Derbyshire, Surrey, KXIP, Dolphins, Trinidad Knight Riders, etc.

Matches

300+

Runs

18672

Centuries

57

Fans

Millions

Biography

Hashim Amla is one of South Africa’s most elegant and accomplished batsmen, revered for his composure, technique, and humility. Born on March 31, 1983, in Durban, Amla became the first South African to score a triple century in Test cricket, with 311* against England in 2012. Over a decorated international career, he scored over 18,000 runs across formats and is among South Africa’s all-time greats. Known for his calm presence and graceful stroke play, Amla also captained the national side and is respected globally for his sportsmanship and strong personal values.

Career Highlights

12
2012

Triple Century

Scored 311* vs England — South Africa’s highest Test score ever.

13
2013

Wisden Cricketer of the Year

Honored for his excellence in Test and ODI cricket.

14
2014

ODI Milestone

Fastest to 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, 5,000, 6,000, and 7,000 ODI runs at the time.

15
2015

Captaincy Tenure

Captained South Africa in all formats with grace and consistency.

17
2017

25th ODI Century

Surpassed 25 ODI centuries — a record only bettered by AB de Villiers among South Africans.

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Hashim Amla raising his bat after his historic 311* at The Oval.

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The calm warrior at the crease, mid-innings in whites.

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Amla and de Villiers celebrating a crucial partnership.

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Leading South Africa in a high-stakes ODI match.

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Practicing his signature cover drive in a training session.

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A respectful nod to the crowd after yet another elegant century.

Personal Information

Full NameHashim Mahomed Amla
BornMarch 30, 1983
BirthplaceDurban, Natal Province (now KwaZulu-Natal), South Africa
TeamsSouth Africa, Dolphins, Cape Cobras, Essex, Derbyshire, Surrey, KXIP, Dolphins, Trinidad Knight Riders, etc.
NicknameHash, The Mighty Beard

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Major Achievements

First South African to Score a Triple Century in Tests
Fastest to 2,000 to 7,000 ODI Runs
Over 18,000 International Runs
ICC ODI Team of the Year (Multiple Times)
South Africa's 2nd-Highest ODI Centurion

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Career Statistics

Test Cricket

Matches

124

Runs

9282

Average

46.64

High Score

311*

Centuries

28

Fifties

41

One Day Internationals

Matches

181

Runs

8113

Average

49.46

High Score

159

Centuries

27

Fifties

39

T20 Internationals

Matches

44

Runs

1277

Average

33.6

High Score

97*

Centuries

0

Fifties

8

What Others Say

"Amla is the calmest and most graceful batsman I’ve bowled to."

James Anderson

James Anderson

England Fast Bowler

"His batting was art. Every stroke had elegance and timing."

Kumar Sangakkara

Kumar Sangakkara

Former Sri Lanka Captain

"More than a great player, he was a wonderful human being."

Faf du Plessis

Faf du Plessis

Teammate & SA Captain

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