Dwaine Pretorius

Dwaine Pretorius Stats – Bowling Allrounder | South Africa | Cricketer Profile

South Africa – Bowling Allrounder | INTL 2016-2023

Dwaine Pretorius Profile

Dwaine Pretorius, born in Randfontein, has emerged as one of South Africa’s dependable all-rounders in recent years. Making his international debut in 2016, Pretorius quickly showcased his prowess both with the bat and ball. Known for his aggressive middle-order batting, he has the ability to change the course of a game within a few overs. As a medium-fast bowler, Pretorius consistently hits the right areas, making it challenging for batsmen to score freely. His performances in domestic cricket, especially for the Highveld Lions, caught the attention of national selectors. Over the years, he has been a part of several memorable victories for South Africa, proving his mettle in crucial situations. With a blend of experience and talent, Pretorius is undoubtedly a vital asset to the South African cricket team, with a promising future ahead.

Dwaine Pretorius Stats

Dwaine Pretorius Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	3	6	0	83	37	13.83	163	50.92	0	0	13	1	2	0
ODI	27	13	1	192	50	16	224	85.71	0	1	14	5	11	0
T20I	30	17	5	261	77*	21.75	159	164.15	0	1	22	15	6	0
FC	61	87	8	2805	177	35.5	4215	66.54	5	16	359	59	18	0
List A	102	69	13	1638	115	29.25	1751	93.54	1	11	122	51	26	0
T20	202	156	34	2459	77*	20.15	1770	138.92	0	5	163	136	44	0

Dwaine Pretorius Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	3	6	480	252	7	2/26	3/82	36	3.15	68.5	0	0	0
ODI	27	26	1144	947	35	4/36	4/36	27.05	4.96	32.6	1	0	0
T20I	30	27	504	696	35	5/17	5/17	19.88	8.28	14.4	0	1	0
FC	61	108	9351	4263	173	6/38	10/75	24.64	2.73	54	5	6	1
List A	102	100	4546	3637	119	4/35	4/35	30.56	4.8	38.2	4	0	0
T20	202	175	2995	4220	158	5/17	5/17	26.7	8.45	18.9	1	1	0

Dwaine Pretorius Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
Amazon vs Trinbago	—	0/48	05-Sep-2023	Port of Spain	T20
Amazon vs Patriots	27	3/17	02-Sep-2023	Bridgetown	T20
Amazon vs Tallawahs	8	2/35	27-Aug-2023	Basseterre	T20
Amazon vs Patriots	10	1/12	24-Aug-2023	Basseterre	T20
Amazon vs Kings	—	—	19-Aug-2023	Gros Islet	T20

Debut of Dwaine Pretorius

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	South Africa vs England	December 26 – 29, 2019	Centurion
ODI	South Africa vs Ireland	September 25, 2016	Benoni
T20I	England vs South Africa	June 21, 2017	Southampton
FC	KZN-Inland vs North West	March 24 – 26, 2011	Potchefstroom
LIST A	Free State vs North West	March 20, 2011	Potchefstroom
T20	Vipers vs Rocks	February 13, 2010	Harare

World Cup Performances – Early Days

Dwaine Pretorius was a part of the South African squad for the 2019 World Cup. He played in the final two round-robin matches and was awarded the Man of the Match against Sri Lanka for his three-wicket haul. However, with the bat, he couldn’t make a significant impact, failing to cross single digits in the two innings he played.

Notable Achievements

Pretorius holds the record for the best bowling figures for South Africa in T20Is, with a remarkable 5 for 17 against Pakistan. He was also named the South African Cricketers’ Association’s MVP in 2015.

Style of Play

A tall and strong cricketer, Pretorius initially emerged as a T20 power-hitter but soon established himself as a bowling all-rounder. His right-arm fast-medium bowling has been a crucial asset for South Africa.

International Career

Pretorius made his ODI debut against Ireland in 2016 and was later called into the Test squad in Australia the same year, although he didn’t play. He has represented South Africa across all formats but decided to retire from international cricket in 2023.

Domestic Cricket Performances

Before his international debut, Pretorius played at the domestic level for teams like Lions and South Africa A. He received his first full contract with Lions in the 2014-15 season.

Future Prospects

After his international retirement in 2023, Pretorius became a sought-after player in various T20 leagues worldwide. He has played in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings, the Hundred for Welsh Fire, the CPL, and the SA20 for Durban Super Giants, among others.

Trivia

Dwaine Pretorius had to overcome challenges early in his career. He missed the 2008 U-19 World Cup due to a knee injury and even contemplated other career paths, eventually earning an accounting degree. However, his passion for cricket prevailed, and he returned to the sport, making a mark at both domestic and international levels.

FAQs of Dwaine Pretorius

Q1. When did Dwaine Pretorius make his debut for South Africa?

A: Dwaine Pretorius made his ODI debut for South Africa against Ireland on September 25, 2016.

Q2. What is Dwaine Pretorius’s most notable achievement in T20Is?

A: Dwaine Pretorius holds the record for the best bowling figures for South Africa in T20Is, with an outstanding 5 for 17 against Pakistan.

Q3. Which teams has Dwaine Pretorius played for in domestic and international T20 leagues?

A: In addition to representing South Africa, Dwaine Pretorius has played for the Lions in South Africa’s domestic circuit, the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, Welsh Fire in the Hundred, and Durban SuperGiants in the SA20 league.