Nationality: South Africa
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1990-01-04 Age: 35
Marizanne Kapp, born on 4th January 1990 in South Africa, has etched her name into the echelons of cricketing history with a career that's as compelling as it is illustrious. From the bustling streets of Port Elizabeth, where she first picked up a bat, Kapp's love affair with cricket was never in question. Her journey from a sprightly young girl with an insatiable passion for the game to one of the finest all-rounders in women's cricket is as inspiring as any rags-to-riches tale.
Kapp's professional debut came in 2009 against Australia, and she has never looked back. Her cricketing style merges the tenacity of a lioness with the elegance of a swan. A right-hand batter known for her clinical precision and ability to anchor an innings, matched with her potent right-arm fast-medium bowling, which can dismantle even the most tenacious of batting line-ups, Kapp's dual threat is a captain's dream and an opponent's nightmare.
Over the years, Kapp has been the backbone of South Africa's cricket team, contributing in spades, particularly in the shorter formats. She played a pivotal role in South Africa’s journey to the semi-finals of the 2014 ICC Women’s World T20, with her all-round performances turning many a match. Notably, her rivalry with Australia, especially in tightly contested series, has produced some thrilling cricket. Her remarkable spell of 4/13 against them in the 2017 Women’s World Cup remains etched in fans' memories, showcasing her ability to rise to the occasion under pressure.
Kapp's achievements are manifold, but her integral role in helping South Africa reach the finals of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in 2020 stands out. Her fearless approach, both with bat and ball, was instrumental in their success. It's not just about the records or the figures; it's the impact she has on the game that truly defines her legacy.
At every crease she has graced, Marizanne Kapp has played with a fire that burns fiercely. Her career has been marked by grit, determination, and a passion for the game that transcends mere statistics. She has inspired a generation of cricketers, proving that with enough hard work, even the loftiest of dreams can become reality.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 99 | 90 | 25 | 1486 | 68 | 16.51 | 1309 | 113.52 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 156 |
| T20I | 34 | 31 | 2 | 745 | 75 | 24.03 | 623 | 119.58 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 82 |
| ODI | 36 | 36 | 10 | 1285 | 114 | 35.69 | 1391 | 92.38 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 148 |
| 100-Ball | 25 | 25 | 11 | 630 | 64 | 25.20 | 486 | 129.63 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 72 |
| FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 105 | 74 | 52.50 | 223 | 47.09 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| 4day | 2 | 2 | 0 | 78 | 57 | 39.00 | 102 | 76.47 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| Test | 2 | 4 | 0 | 183 | 74 | 45.75 | 325 | 56.31 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 123 | 124 | 124 | 2696 | 448.7 | 21.74 | 6.01 | 99 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| T20I | 35 | 33 | 32 | 652 | 113.7 | 20.38 | 5.73 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 41 | 36 | 41 | 1147 | 275.8 | 27.98 | 4.16 | 80 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 100-Ball | 25 | 25 | 37 | 445 | 71.7 | 12.03 | 6.21 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4day | 2 | 2 | 1 | 22 | 11 | 22.00 | 2.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Test | 2 | 2 | 1 | 22 | 11 | 22.00 | 2.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-04-15
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