Faf du Plessis: News
There are not many players like South Africa's Faf Du Plessis in international cricket. He is a player who can build an innings even in the most nerve-wracking situation with his calm and composed nature but at the same time hit the ball over the boundary with brute power and immaculate timing. Du Plessis would have been one of the biggest "what ifs" if the Kolpak deal he signed in 2007 hadn't expired in 2010. Following the expiry of the deal, he became eligible for national team selection. He made his international debut in an ODI against India in 2011. A player with an unbreakable defense and an appetite for long innings, Du Plessis soon made his mettle known in Test cricket as well. His numbers in the world's toughest backyard, Australia, speak for themselves. He was named captain for South Africa's 2016-17 Australia tour, during which he became only the second player after Dilshan to score a century in all three formats of the game as a skipper. Du Plessis became the permanent captain of South Africa in all three formats of the game in 2017 after AB De Villiers stepped down. In 2021, he retired from Test cricket.
25 Jan 2023
Cricket NewsFaf du Plessis becomes first centurion of SA20: Stats
Joburg Super Kings skipper Faf du Plessis mustered a remarkable century during his side's SA20 clash against Durban Super Giants on Tuesday (January 24).
30 Nov 2022
Perth ScorchersBBL: Perth Scorchers sign Faf du Plessis for first half
Defending champions Perth Scorchers have signed Faf du Plessis for the first half of the upcoming Big Bash League edition.
16 Nov 2022
David WarnerFaf du Plessis brands David Warner a 'bully': Details here
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has called veteran Australian opener David Warner a 'bully' in his book Faf: Through Fire.
16 Aug 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)CSA league: Faf du Plessis to lead Johannesburg Super Kings
South Africa's Faf du Plessis is set to lead Johannesburg Super Kings in the CSA T20 league, starting next year.
11 Aug 2022
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)CSA T20 League: Du Plessis joins CSK-owned Johannesburg franchise
South African cricketer Faf du Plessis has signed up for the Chennai Super Kings-owned Johannesburg franchise for the inaugural edition of the CSA T20 League.
09 Jul 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)Will SA's Faf du Plessis play in T20 World Cup?
Faf du Plessis recently led Royal Challengers Bangalore to the playoffs of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
08 May 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)RCB hand SRH a fourth successive defeat in IPL 2022
Sunrisers Hyderabad suffered a fourth successive defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Sunday.
29 Mar 2022
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)IPL 2022, RCB vs KKR: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
The sixth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 pits Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday.
28 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)3,000 IPL runs for Faf du Plessis: Decoding the numbers
On Sunday, Faf du Plessis, who made his captaincy debut for the Royal Challengers Bangalore against Punjab Kings, entertained everyone with a sublime 88-run knock.
27 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2022, Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers Bangalore: Records broken
Punjab Kings chased down 206 runs versus Royal Challengers Bangalore in match number three of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Sunday.
20 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2022, Royal Challengers Bangalore: Squad, schedule, and stats
The 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season will kick off on March 26.
13 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)Faf du Plessis appointed RCB's captain: His captaincy stats (T20s)
South African star Faf du Plessis has been appointed the captain of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore.
13 Feb 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2022 Auction: Decoding the squad of Royal Challengers Bangalore
The three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) finalists Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have assembled a decent squad ahead of the 2022 edition.
13 Feb 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)Indian Premier League: Best signings of the 2022 mega auction
Ahead of every Indian Premier League auction, sides come up with a strategy to pick the best possible squad in the tournament while making sure that it fits their agenda, interests, and financial constraints.
12 Feb 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL auction: Faf du Plessis goes to RCB
Veteran T20 specialist Faf du Plessis saw teams get into a bidding war for him in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 Auction on Saturday.
15 Sep 2021
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Chennai Super Kings
The second phase of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season is set to start from September 19 onwards in the UAE.
14 Sep 2021
SportsPotential openers for CSK who can replace Faf du Plessis
In what comes as a huge blow for the Chennai Super Kings, senior opener Faf du Plessis has sustained a groin injury ahead of the second phase of 2021 Indian Premier League.
28 Aug 2021
SportsAbu Dhabi T10: Faf du Plessis to lead Bangla Tigers
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has singed up for the Abu Dhabi T10 league.
16 Apr 2021
Cricket: News, Stats and more!IPL: How does Faf du Plessis perform against Mohammed Shami?
South African batsman Faf du Plessis recorded a rare duck in Chennai Super Kings' opening encounter against Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2021.
17 Mar 2021
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Du Plessis misses out on CSA contract, Klaasen replaces him
Former Proteas captain Faf du Plessis has been snubbed from Cricket South Africa's list of contracted men's players.
17 Feb 2021
Cricket: News, Stats and more!South Africa's Faf du Plessis retires from Test cricket
Former South Africa cricket team captain Faf du Plessis announced his retirement from Test cricket on Wednesday.
23 Jan 2021
Cricket: News, Stats and more!#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding CSK's focus areas for IPL 2021 auction?
Chennai Super Kings had an unusual season in 2020 as they failed to seal the qualification berth for the first time in IPL history.
20 Jan 2021
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)IPL 2021 Auction: Complete squads, remaining purse and slots
Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2021 auctions, the eight teams have named their squads besides releasing several players from the roster.
31 Dec 2020
Virat KohliKane Williamson dethrones Smith to become number one Test batsman
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has become the number one batsman in Test cricket.
11 Dec 2020
Hashim AmlaQuinton de Kock appointed South Africa's Test captain for 2020/21
Wicket-keeper batsman Quinton de Kock has been appointed as the captain of South Africa's Test team for the impending season (2020/21).
02 Dec 2020
EnglandEngland thrash SA in third T20I: List of records broken
England completed a clean sweep over South Africa after winning the third T20I by nine wickets.
29 Nov 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)My game has improved with CSK stint: Sam Curran
England all-rounder Sam Curran believes he has gained from his recent stint for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2020.
28 Nov 2020
EnglandSouth Africa vs England, 2nd T20I: Preview, Dream11 and more
England will be aiming to wrap up the three-match T20I series when they face hosts South Africa in the second T20I on Sunday at Boland Park.
28 Nov 2020
Shikhar DhawanEngland beat South Africa in first T20I: Records broken
England beat South Africa in the first T20I to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
26 Nov 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)South Africa vs England, 1st T20I: Preview, Dream11 and more
South Africa and England gear up for the first T20I of the three-match series on Friday.
14 Nov 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)'Dhoni might not lead CSK in 2021', says Sanjay Bangar
Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Mahendra Singh Dhoni could hand over the captaincy of Chennai Super Kings to Faf du Plessis in the impending edition of IPL.
07 Nov 2020
South AfricaRabada, Dala named in South Africa's squad for England series
South Africa have announced a 24-man squad for the upcoming white-ball leg against England.
01 Nov 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2020, CSK finish season with a win: Records broken
Yet another dominant display by the top-order helped Chennai Super Kings beat Kings XI Punjab in their final game of the season.
01 Nov 2020
BCCILanka Premier League: Irfan Pathan to play for Kandy Tuskers
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan is set to participate in the impending Lanka Premier League (LPL).
28 Oct 2020
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)IPL 2020, CSK vs KKR: Preview, Dream11 and stats
Chennai Super Kings will face Kolkata Knight Riders in match number 49 of the IPL 2020 season.
25 Oct 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2020, Ruturaj's match-defining knock sails CSK through: Records broken
A terrific knock by youngster Ruturaj Gaikwad guided Chennai Super Kings to an eight-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore in game number 44 of the IPL 2020.
25 Oct 2020
Sri LankaSri Lanka set to tour South Africa for two-Test series
Sri Lanka will travel to South Africa in December to play a two-match Test series.
24 Oct 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)Indian Premier League: Decoding Yuzvendra Chahal's performance against CSK
Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings lock horns in match number 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season in the first encounter on Sunday.
24 Oct 2020
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)IPL 2020, RCB vs CSK: Preview, Dream11 and stats
Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings meet each other in match number 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season.
22 Oct 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)CSK vs MI: Faf du Plessis' IPL numbers against spinners
Chennai Super Kings ace Faf du Plessis will be aiming to be amongst the runs when his side takes on Mumbai Indians in match number 41 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season on Friday.