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François " Faf " du Plessis ( / ˈduːplɛsi / DOO-pless-ee; born 13 July 1984) is a South African professional cricketer and former captain of the South Africa national cricket team. He is considered one of the greatest fielders of all time and among the best all-format batsmen of his era.
May 11, 2024 · Learn about Faf du Plessis, a right-handed middle-order batter and former captain of South Africa in all formats. Find out his career highlights, records, IPL achievements and more.
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- August 13, 1984
- South Africa
With AB de Villiers stepping down half-way through 2017 as ODI captain, following a disastrous Champions Trophy campaign, Faf du Plessis was appointed the captain of South Africa across...
Oct 30, 2022 · The former South Africa captain opens up about his cricket and personal struggles in Through Fire, a book that explores his leadership, relationships and emotions. He talks about his battles with Mark Boucher, Graeme Smith and Cricket South Africa, and his friendship with AB de Villiers.
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Feb 17, 2021 · The former South Africa captain and batsman announces his decision to focus on T20 format and the next two World Cups. Du Plessis played 69 Tests and scored 4,163 runs, including 10 centuries, for his country.
Oct 15, 2021 · Faf du Plessis led Chennai Super Kings' batting with a free-flowing 86 as they scored 192 for 3 in the IPL 2021 final. Shardul Thakur and Co then bowled out Kolkata Knight Riders for 165, sealing CSK's fourth title.
Apr 10, 2023 · Watch how Faf du Plessis hit a 115-metre six in the match between MI and LSG in TATA IPL 2023. The video also shows other highlights, interviews and stats from the tournament.
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