Gerald Coetzee is a South African cricketer. He is known for his fast bowling and energy on the field while playing. He is the leading wicket-taker for South Africa in an edition of the ODI World Cup.
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Wiki/Biography
Gerald William Coetzee was born on Monday, 2 October 2000 (age 23 years; as of 2024) in Bloemfontein, Free State Province, South Africa. His zodiac sign is Libra.
Childhood photo of Gerald Coetzee
He used to play various sports like rugby, tennis and cricket in his backyard with his brother. He later became interested in cricket and started playing cricket at the age of 7 as he played for the Under-9F team in a KFC mini-cricket match.
When Gerald Coetzee started playing cricket in his childhood
He did his early schooling from Gray College Primary School, Bloemfontein and later did his matriculation (equivalent to class 12) from St. Andrew’s School, Bloemfontein, where he also trained for cricket under Greg Hobson.
Gerald Coetzee during his school years
He has also trained under Dillon du Preez and Allan Donald. Gerald was inspired to play cricket after watching Dale Steyn and became a professional cricketer.
Gerald Coetzee (left) with Dale Steyn
Physical Appearance
Height: 6′ 3″
Weight (Approx): 75 kg
Hair Color: Hazel
Eye colour: black
Body Measurements (Approx): Chest 42″, Waist 32″, Biceps 13″
Family
parents and siblings
His father’s name is Johan Coetzee, and his mother’s name is Liz Coetzee; They got married on 2 September 1995.
Gerald Coetzee’s parents
He has an elder brother named Petrus Coetzee.
Gerald Coetzee with his older brother Petrus Coetzee (left)
wife and children
He married Hannah Hathorn, an optometrist, on 29 November 2023 at Elandskloof Farm Cottage, Graton, Helderstroom, South Africa. The couple has no children.
Gerald Coetzee with Hannah Hathorn (left) on his wedding day
relationships/affairs
He dated Hannah Hathorn for a few years.
Gerald Coetzee with his girlfriend Hannah Hathorn
religion/religious views
He practices Christianity and frequently attends Kpanong Student Ministry meetings in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
Gerald Coetzee (centre) during a church meeting.
livelihood
domestic
He played for the Free State under-13 from the 2012–13 to 2013–14 season, the Free State under-15 from the 2014–15 to 2015–16 season, and the Free State under-19 from the 2016–17 to 2017–18 season. On 14 October 2018, he made his List A debut for the Free State in the 2018–19 CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge.
Gerald Coetzee when playing for Free State Under-19
He made his Twenty20 debut for the Knights (also known as the ITEC Knights) in the 2018–19 CSA T20 Challenge on 12 April 2019. On 7 October 2019, he made his first-class debut for the Knights in the 2019–20 CSA 4-Day. Franchise series and took 5 wickets.
Gerald Coetzee bowling for ITEC Knights in a home match
He played for the South African Colts XI in the 2016–17 season, the South Africa Under-19 Invitational XI in 2017, and the South African Schools XI in 2018–19, which he also captained. He played for the Kingfisher team during the 3TC Solidarity Cup in 2020. He was named in the Northern Titans squad for the 2023–24 domestic season.
Gerald Coetzee on his debut for the Northern Titans
international
South Africa Under-19
He was first selected for the South Africa Under-19 team in 2017 at the age of 16 and played for them at the 2018 Under-19 World Cup. He scored 70 runs and took 8 wickets in the tournament. He also played the 2020 Under-19 World Cup.
Gerald Coetzee during his South Africa under-19 playing days
South Africa A
He was selected for South Africa A for the first time in 2021. In a four-day match against Sri Lanka A in 2023, he came out to bat when South Africa A were at 42 for 7 and scored 77 runs off 89 balls.
Gerald Coetzee when he played for South Africa A team
Examination
He made his Test debut against West Indies at the SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium in Centurion, South Africa on 28 February 2023.
Gerald Coetzee is playing a test match
ODI
He played his first ODI on 18 March 2023 at Buffalo Park, East London, South Africa and took 3 wickets for 57 runs.
one day world cup
He played 8 matches in the 2023 ODI World Cup held in India and finished the tournament as the highest wicket-taker for South Africa in an edition of the ODI World Cup, taking 20 wickets at an economy rate of 6.24 with a best performance of 4. Did. Wicket for 44 runs against Afghanistan; His average was 19.80 and strike rate was 19.05.
Gerald Coetzee celebrates the wicket of Steven Smith during the semi-final of the 2023 ODI World Cup
t20
He played his first T20I match against Australia on 30 August 2023 at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground, Durban, South Africa, and took 1 wicket for 40 runs.
Gerald Coetzee during a T20I match
league
Mzansi Super League (MSL)
In the second edition of the Mzansi Super League (MSL) in 2019, he played for Jozi Stars after being spotted by batting coaches Justin Sammons and Rassie van der Dussen in a home match.
Gerald Coetzee celebrating a wicket for Jozi Stars
Indian Premier League (IPL)
In May 2021, Rajasthan Royals (RR) signed him as a replacement for Liam Livingstone, who was injured midway through the season.
Gerald Coetzee in Rajasthan Royals (RR) jersey
In the 2023 auction for the 2024 IPL season, he was bought by Mumbai Indians (MI) for Rs 5 crore (approximately R11.1 million) against his base price of Rs 2 crore.
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– Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) 19 December 2023
SA20 League
He played for the Joburg Super Kings in the inaugural edition of the SA20 tournament in 2023 and finished the tournament as the second-highest wicket-taker with 17 wickets in 9 matches at an average of 13.53.
Gerald Coetzee (left) dancing after taking a wicket for Joburg Super Kings.
Major League Cricket (MLC)
Gerald Coetzee represented the Texas Super Kings in the first MLC season held in the USA in 2023.
Gerald Coetzee playing for the Texas Super Kings
Jersey number
He wears jersey number 62 for South Africa in international tournaments and for the Texas Super Kings in Major League Cricket (MLC) tournaments in tribute to his father, who was born in 1962 and was instrumental in shaping Gerald’s career. Played a very big role.
Gerald Coetzee’s jersey number 62
awards, honors
- Honored by St. Andrew’s School, Bloemfontein in 2018 for his achievements in cricket
Gerald Coetzee with his coach Greg Hobson when he was honored by his school
- Under-19 Player of the Year and Senior Provincial Rookie of the Year awards at the 2018–19 Annual Free State Cricket Awards
- Young Player of the Year Award (Knights) in 2021.
- International Men’s Newcomer of the Year Award by Cricket South Africa (CSA) in 2023
salary/income
He was bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 5 crore (approximately R11.1 million) for the 2024 IPL season.
Favorite
- Athletes: Rafael Nadal, Matt Fraser
- Film: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
- Sports (other than cricket): Baseball, American football (rugby)
Facts/General Knowledge
- His batting style is right-arm, and his bowling style is right-arm fast. He plays as a bowling all-rounder and bats mostly at number 8 in the lower order.
Right-handed batting style of Gerald Coetzee
- One of the reasons behind his ability to bowl fast is his athletic and lean body. He is nicknamed ‘The Karate Kid’ because he also wears a black headband when playing or bowling. In an interview, he revealed the reason behind wearing a headband and said that he sweats a lot while playing, due to which his headband stays away from his eyes and face. He also sported a mullet hairstyle which he cut a few months before the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Gerald Coetzee playing wearing his black headband
- She is a dog lover and has two pet dogs.
Gerald Coetzee with his pet dog
- Gerald Coetzee said in an interview that if he had not been playing cricket he would have been a baseball player.
- He often trains in the gym to maintain his fitness, especially when he is recovering from injuries. The name of his personal trainer is Herman Liebenberg.
Gerald Coetzee with his instructor, Hermann Liebenberg (left)
- Gerald Coetzee often goes on outdoor adventure activities like hiking, trekking and camping when he has time.
Gerald Coetzee with his wife Hannah Hathorn during an outdoor adventure activity
- His bowling speed has often been recorded in excess of 145 kilometers per hour (90 mph). His fastest ball during the 2023 ODI World Cup was a yorker at 149.9 kilometers per hour.
- He is a supporter and fan of Orlando Pirates Football Club.
Gerald Coetzee in Orlando Pirates Football Club jersey
- As of January 2024, he has signed with Revolve Talent Management Agency.
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