Rassie van der Dussen, born on February 7, 1989, is a South African cricketer who plays for the national team and Gauteng in domestic matches. He was honored as one of the five Cricketers of the Year in the 2018 South African Cricket Annual.
In August 2019, van der Dussen received the International Men’s Newcomer of the Year award at Cricket South Africa’s annual ceremony. Additionally, he was granted a central contract for the 2019–20 season by Cricket South Africa later that month.
Rassie van der Dussen PSL Records & Stats
Rassie van der Dussen’s performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) can be summarized as follows:
Van der Dussen played a total of 6 matches in the tournament, featuring in both first and second innings across these games. His highest individual score was 49 runs, achieved in both the first and second innings once each. Throughout the tournament, he accumulated a total of 148 runs, with an average of 24.6 runs per inning. Despite not reaching the milestone of a half-century or century, he consistently contributed with the bat, showcasing his ability to anchor the innings effectively.
In terms of boundary hitting, van der Dussen displayed proficiency, averaging 7.2 fours and an impressive 58.0 sixes per match. These statistics highlight his capability to score boundaries consistently, which is crucial in the T20 format to maintain a competitive run rate.
Although primarily known for his batting, van der Dussen also contributed in the field, with an 83% fielding percentage. His ability to take catches contributed to his team’s overall performance, helping to create crucial breakthroughs during matches.
Overall, van der Dussen’s PSL records and stats reflect his value as a reliable batsman and fielder, making him a significant asset for any team in the tournament.
| Innings | Both | 1st | 2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Highest Score | 49 | 1 | 49 |
| Runs | 148 | 1 | 147 |
| 50s | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100s | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Run Per Inn | 24.6 | 1.0 | 29.4 |
| Run Per Match | 24.6 | 1.0 | 29.4 |
| Boundary (In Ball) | 6.4 | – | 6.2 |
| 4s (In Ball) | 7.2 | – | 7.0 |
| 6s (In Ball) | 58.0 | – | 56.0 |
| Wickets | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over Per Match | – | – | – |
| Wicket Per Inn | – | – | – |
| Wicket Per Match | – | – | – |
| Wicket (In Ball) | – | – | – |
| Wicket (In Runs) | – | – | – |
| Field In Match % | 83 % | 80 % | 100 % |
| Catch In Match % | 83 % | 80 % | 100 % |
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Rassie van der Dussen T20 Franchise Career
On June 3, 2018, van der Dussen was drafted into the Vancouver Knights team for the inaugural Global T20 Canada tournament. He emerged as the tournament’s top run-scorer for the Vancouver Knights, amassing 255 runs in eight matches. Following this success, he was included in the Highveld Lions squad for the 2018–19 season.
In October 2018, van der Dussen joined Jozi Stars for the first edition of the Mzansi Super League T20 tournament. His consistent performances earned him another opportunity with the Vancouver Knights franchise in the 2019 Global T20 Canada tournament. Later, he was selected for the Jozi Stars squad for the 2019 Mzansi Super League.
In December 2019, van der Dussen was chosen by Islamabad United during the supplementary round of the 2020 Pakistan Super League players draft. He continued his global T20 journey by joining the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots squad for the 2020 Caribbean Premier League, although he ultimately missed the tournament along with four other South African cricketers due to travel arrangement issues.
Finally, in February 2022, van der Dussen was acquired by the Rajasthan Royals in the auction for the 2022 Indian Premier League tournament.
