Sporting icons - Hashim Amla – South Africa’s Batting Maestro - Career HLs & video

 


Hashim Amla, born on March 31, 1983, in Durban, South Africa, is one of the finest batsmen in cricket history. Known for his elegant stroke play, impeccable technique, and calm demeanor, Amla was a key figure in South Africa’s batting lineup across Test, ODI, and T20I cricket. He was also South Africa’s first captain of Indian descent and played a vital role in the team's successes.

Style of Play

  • Classical Batsman: Amla’s batting was built on solid technique and timing rather than power-hitting.
  • Composed and Patient: He could bat for long hours, making him an exceptional Test player.
  • Versatile Stroke Play: While he was known for graceful drives, his ability to accelerate in limited-overs cricket made him a complete batsman.
  • Strong Against Spin: His wristwork and footwork allowed him to dominate spinners in all formats.

Batting, Bowling & Fielding Records

Test Cricket

  • Matches: 124
  • Runs: 9,282
  • Average: 46.64
  • Hundreds: 28 (including a triple century)
  • Best Score: 311* (vs. England, 2012)
  • Catches: 108

ODI Cricket

  • Matches: 181
  • Runs: 8,113
  • Average: 49.46
  • Hundreds: 27
  • Best Score: 159
  • Catches: 101

T20I Cricket

  • Matches: 44
  • Runs: 1,277
  • Average: 33.60
  • Hundreds: 0
  • Best Score: 97*

First-Class Record

  • Matches: 265
  • Runs: 19,521
  • Average: 48.78
  • Hundreds: 54

Career Highlights

Test Career

  • First South African to Score a Triple Century: His 311 vs. England in 2012* remains the highest Test score by a South African.
  • Played a Key Role in South Africa’s Rise to No.1 in Tests in 2012.
  • Fastest South African to 5,000 and 7,000 Test Runs.

ODI Career

  • Fastest Batsman to Reach 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, 5,000, 6,000, and 7,000 Runs in ODIs.
  • First South African to Score 25 ODI Centuries.
  • Helped South Africa to Semi-Finals of 2015 Cricket World Cup.

T20I Career

  • Reliable Top-Order Batsman: Played several match-winning knocks for South Africa in T20s.

Major Batting Performances

  • 311 vs. England (2012, The Oval)* – The first South African to score a Test triple century.
  • 196 vs. Australia (2014, Perth) – A classic knock that helped South Africa seal a series win.
  • 150 vs. England (ODI, 2015)* – A masterclass in one-day batting.
  • 97 vs. Australia (T20I, 2016)* – Almost scored a T20I century, guiding South Africa to victory.

Legacy

  • One of the Greatest South African Batsmen: Amla’s records across all formats place him among the country’s finest cricketers.
  • Broke Racial Barriers: As a South African of Indian descent, he became an icon for diversity in cricket.
  • Role Model for Young Cricketers: His humility, sportsmanship, and dedication made him widely respected in the cricketing world.
  • First Muslim to Captain South Africa: He led South Africa briefly in Tests and ODIs.
  • Influence on Future Generations: His graceful batting and professionalism inspired young cricketers globally.

Hashim Amla will always be remembered as a legendary batsman, a gracious sportsman, and a pioneer for South African cricket.

Watch Hashim Alma's sublime 300 vs England in 2012 test 

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