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François "Faf" du Plessis (/ ˈ d uː p l ɛ s i / 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.
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Learn about Faf du Plessis, a middle order batter and former captain of South Africa in all formats. Find out his biography, records, achievements, IPL factfile and more at ESPNcricinfo.
- Male
- August 13, 1984
- South Africa
Francois du Plessis, fondly known as Faf, is South Africa's captain cool that might never have been. Having signed a Kolpak deal with Lancashire, Faf had initially decided to go the way of...
Oct 15, 2021 · Faf du Plessis led Chennai Super Kings' batting with a free-flowing 86 as they scored 192 for 3 and won by 27 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2021 final. Shardul Thakur and Co bowled well to restrict Knight Riders to 165 for 9 and seal CSK's fourth title.
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May 20, 2024 · RCB put on a fine score of 218/5 on the board, with skipper Faf Du Plessis (54), Virat Kohli (47) putting on a 78-run partnership, setting a fine platform for Rajat Patidar (41) and Cameron Green ...
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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.
Feb 17, 2021 · The former South Africa captain announces his decision to quit the longest format and focus on T20 cricket, with two World Cups ahead. He played 69 Tests and scored 4163 runs, leading the side in 36 matches.
