Quinton de Kock
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Quinton de Kock is a South African cricketer renowned for his explosive batting and exceptional wicket-keeping skills.
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Early Brilliance: Born in 1992, de Kock displayed his talent early on, making his debut for South Africa's U-19 team and becoming the leading run-scorer in the 2012 ICC Under-19 World Cup.
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International Dominance: He transitioned seamlessly into senior cricket, debuting in all three formats and establishing himself as a key player. While he retired from Test cricket and the 50-over format in late 2023, he continues to represent South Africa in T20 Internationals.
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IPL Accolades: De Kock is a veteran of the Indian Premier League (IPL), having played for several franchises like Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Mumbai Indians. Notably, he won two IPL titles with Mumbai Indians in 2019 and 2020, scoring over 500 runs in both seasons.
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Lucknow Super Giants Stalwart: In the 2022 IPL auction, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured de Kock's services for INR 6.75 crore. He proved his worth by being the third-highest run-scorer in the entire tournament with over 508 runs, including a record-breaking unbeaten 140 against Kolkata Knight Riders, the third-highest individual score in IPL history.
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IPL 2024: De Kock remains a vital member of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the 2024 season. His explosive batting at the top of the order continues to be a crucial asset for the franchise.
