Nandre Burger Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Profession: Cricketer (Bowler)

Date of Birth: 11 August 1995 (Friday)

Age (as of 2023): 28 Years

Birthplace: Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa

Zodiac sign: Leo

Nationality: South African

Hometown: Gauteng, South Africa

Age: 28 Years

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EDUCATION

College/University: University of the Witwatersrand (WITS), Johannesburg

Educational Qualifications: A degree in sports psychology [1] The Indian Express

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 6′ 2″ (188 cm)

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Dark Brown

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Unmarried

Affairs/Girlfriends: Ashh McDonald

Wife/Spouse: N/A

Girlfriend: Ashh McDonald

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: ODI – 17 December 2023 vs India at at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg Test – 26 December 2023 vs India at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg T20 – 14 December 2023 vs India at at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

OTHER INFORMATION

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Domestic/State Team: • Gauteng (2015/16–2018/19) • Lions (2017/18–2018/19) • Cape Town Blitz (2018) • South Western Districts (2019/20) • Cape Cobras (2019/20–2020/21) • Western Province (2019/20–present) • Nelson Mandela Bay Giants (2019) • Joburg Super Kings (2023) • Jaffna Kings (2023)

Coach/Mentor: Neil Levenson

Cricketer: Dale Steyn

Tennis Player: Roger Federer

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Nandre Burger, a promising South African cricketer, has made a significant impact on the national scene as a left-arm medium-fast bowler for the Proteas. His journey into the world of cricket began in an unconventional yet charming way, playing with wooden sticks and foil paper balls alongside his mother and grandmother during his childhood. This playful introduction to the sport laid the foundation for a passion that would evolve into a professional career. Before his enrollment at WITS University, Burger had dabbled in club cricket, honing his skills. It was at WITS, however, under the guidance of coach Neil Levenson, that his potential as a pace bowler was first recognized, paving the way for his future in the game.

Burger’s ascent in the cricketing world was marked by impressive debut performances across various formats. He made his first-class debut for Gauteng on February 11, 2016, against South Western Districts in the 2015–16 Sunfoil 3-Day Cup. Less than a week later, he showcased his skills in T20 cricket, taking to the field again against the same team in the CSA Provincial T20 Challenge. His List A debut came shortly after, when he played against North West at Senwes Park on February 26, 2017, in the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge. His breakthrough moment came when he established himself as Gauteng’s top wicket-taker during the 2017–18 season, claiming 19 wickets across seven matches, a testament to his growing prowess on the field.

In July 2018, Burger’s impressive performances earned him a place in the Cricket South Africa Emerging Squad, and he went on to play for Cape Town Blitz later that year. His talent continued to shine during the 2018 Africa T20 Cup, where he emerged as the leading wicket-taker for Gauteng, securing eleven dismissals in six matches. His journey took him to the Nelson Mandela Bay Giants for the 2019 Mzansi Super League and, in April 2021, he joined the Western Province squad for the 2021–22 cricket season. Despite grappling with injuries throughout his career, including a challenging period of absence from October 2021 to October 2022 due to a lumbar stress fracture, Burger’s resilience and dedication to the sport remained unwavering.

The year 2023 marked a turning point for Nandre Burger, as his left-arm pace bowling garnered attention on the international stage. In a remarkable debut performance in One Day Internationals (ODIs), he took three wickets in his second match and made an unforgettable entrance into Test cricket with seven wickets, including two in his first thirteen deliveries. His memorable dismissal of India’s Ruturaj Gaikwad during the second ODI at St George’s Park on December 19, 2023, further solidified his place in the national team. Shortly after, he was bought by the Rajasthan Royals for the IPL 2024 season at a price of 50 lakh rupees, indicating his rising status in the cricket fraternity. Interestingly, Burger initially considered a career in tennis and almost left cricket behind at the age of 17. However, an injury forced him to pivot back to cricket, leading to a successful journey that continues to unfold on the international stage.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.