Dean Elgar

Dean Elgar
Nationality: South Africa
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Date of Birth: 1987-06-11 Age: 37

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Dean Elgar, the gritty left-hand opener from South Africa, has carved a reputation for himself as a reliable and resilient cricketer.
Born on June 11, 1987, Elgar personifies the qualities of determination, perseverance, and adaptability that have made him an invaluable asset to the South African cricket team.

Elgar made his mark in first-class cricket between 2010 and 2011, averaging close to 60.
However, his Test debut proved to be a challenging one as he faced a pair in Perth in November 2012.
Undeterred, he bounced back in the following series against New Zealand, scoring an unbeaten 103 in Port Elizabeth.
It was then that he moved to open alongside the legendary Graeme Smith, and Elgar quickly made the position his own.

Famed for his ability to withstand physical and verbal blows, Elgar tackled the challenges of being an opener with courage and resilience.
Following Smith's retirement, Elgar shouldered much of the opening responsibility, fearlessly facing fierce bowling attacks and cementing his place in the team.

Elgar's century in Galle in 2014 demonstrated his mental strength and determination as he overcame his weakness against spin, becoming the first South African opener to achieve such a feat in Sri Lanka.
From 2016 to 2021, Elgar emerged as the leading run-scorer among openers in Tests, accumulating over 3000 runs at an impressive average of 41.
His immense talent was on full display in numerous memorable innings, including a remarkable 199 against Bangladesh in Potchefstroom, an unbeaten century against Australia in Cape Town (though overshadowed by the infamous ball-tampering scandal), and a fearless 160 against India in Visakhapatnam, where he fearlessly took on the spin duo of R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

In March 2021, Elgar was appointed as the Test captain of the South African cricket team.
He assumed the leadership role at a crucial juncture when racial tensions were threatening to divide the team, and they struggled to maintain a strong position in the rankings.
However, Elgar's appointment breathed new life into the team, leading them to series victories in the West Indies and against India on home soil, as well as earning a hard-fought draw in New Zealand.

Off the field, Elgar's dedication to the game and his team's success is exemplary.
His commitment to continuous improvement is evident in his consistent performance and constant development of his skills.
As a leader, he fosters a positive environment within the team, encouraging trust, unity, and a shared goal of success.

Dean Elgar is a true stalwart of South African cricket.
His unwavering determination, ability to overcome challenges, and excellent batting skills make him an invaluable asset to his team.
As he continues to lead South Africa's Test side and contribute valuable runs, the cricketing world eagerly awaits the next chapter in his illustrious career.

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	6s	4s
FC	32	60	2	1978	185	32.97	3761	52.59	3	10	5	277
T20	34	34	4	880	88	25.88	738	119.24	0	6	19	83
ODI	23	23	4	919	137	39.96	1016	90.45	2	7	21	55
4day	24	40	1	1699	182	42.48	3224	52.70	5	10	2	218

Format	Mat	Inns	Wkts	Runs	Overs	Ave	Econ	Wide	4w
FC	6	6	1	55	9.1	55.00	6.04	0	0
T20	11	5	1	48	6	48.00	8.00	0	0
ODI	15	15	6	383	66.3	63.83	5.78	6	1
4day	3	4	2	57	15.4	28.50	3.70	0	0

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