Faf du Plessis
South African cricketer (born 1984)
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Faf du Plessis’s coverage at a glance
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- Faf du Plessis and Kieron Pollard join Joburg Super Kings; MI Cape Town select Trent Boult in SA20 2027 auctionReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet64/100
- Faf du Plessis, Trent Boult and Kieron Pollard named to SA20 mini‑auction shortlistReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet64/100
- Faf du Plessis told Steve Smith ‘you did nothing wrong’ and offered support during the 2018 ball‑tampering scandalReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet50/100
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- ESPNcricinfo3 updates
- Hindustan Times2 updates
- India Today1 update
- Times of India1 update
- Wisden1 update
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- ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet7
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Faf du Plessis told Steve Smith ‘you did nothing wrong’ and offered support during the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal
During the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal, Faf du Plessis reached out to Steve Smith to offer his support and said Smith had done nothing wrong.
Why it matters — Followers of du Plessis may note his public defense of a fellow cricketer, reflecting his stance on accountability and…
2 outlets · 3 reports
Reported by Times of India, Hindustan Times.Faf du Plessis told Steven Smith he did nothing wrong and to stay strong
Faf du Plessis told Steven Smith he did nothing wrong and to stay strong, noting that despite the acrimonious Sandpapergate series the two captains felt…
Why it matters — Followers of du Plessis may note his supportive stance toward a rival captain, reflecting his leadership style.
1 outlet
Reported by ESPNcricinfo.Faf du Plessis slams Durban Test scheduling and questions Cricket South Africa
Faf du Plessis criticised the scheduling of the Durban Test and raised questions about Cricket South Africa.
Why it matters — Fans may want to know his stance on match planning and governance.
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Reported by India Today.Graeme Smith says SA20 auction proves talent is talent, citing Jason Rowles and Faf du Plessis
Graeme Smith said the SA20 auction shows that talent is talent, pointing to 18‑year‑old Jason Rowles and 42‑year‑old Faf du Plessis, and noted the league wants…
Why it matters — Fans of Faf du Plessis may note his inclusion in the SA20 auction discussion about talent development.
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Reported by Hindustan Times.JSK picks up Faf du Plessis in SA20 auction
ESPNcricinfo reported that JSK picked up Faf du Plessis in the SA20 auction.
Why it matters — His selection shows which franchise he will represent in the upcoming SA20 season.
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Reported by ESPNcricinfo.Faf du Plessis and Kieron Pollard join Joburg Super Kings; MI Cape Town select Trent Boult in SA20 2027 auction
Wisden reported that Faf du Plessis and Kieron Pollard will play for Joburg Super Kings and that MI Cape Town selected Trent Boult in the SA20 2027 auction.
Why it matters — Fans of du Plessis will see him representing Joburg Super Kings in the upcoming SA20 season.
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Reported by Wisden.Faf du Plessis, Trent Boult and Kieron Pollard named to SA20 mini‑auction shortlist
ESPNcricinfo reported that Faf du Plessis, Trent Boult and Kieron Pollard are on the SA20 mini‑auction shortlist, with 156 players available on October 7.
Why it matters — Fans of the players will know they are candidates for selection in the upcoming SA20 tournament.
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Reported by ESPNcricinfo.Also in the news
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