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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.
Apr 28, 2024 · Faf du Plessis is a South African middle-order batter and former captain who has played for several IPL teams and international formats. Learn about his career, records, achievements, and IPL factfile on 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...
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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.
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Oct 15, 2021 · Faf du Plessis led the charge, making 86 as he anchored half-century stands for each of the three wickets that fell during the course of Super Kings' 192.
Nov 3, 2022 · The former Proteas captain talks about his book, Through Fire, which covers his cricket career, his bond with AB de Villiers and his lessons from ball tampering. He also reveals his struggles with Covid-19 and his current role in the Caribbean Premier League.
