Herschelle Gibbs
Herschelle Gibbs is a former South African cricketer known for his explosive batting style and exceptional fielding skills. He made his mark in international cricket during the late 1990s and early 2000s, becoming one of the key players in the South African team. Gibbs is particularly remembered for being the first player to hit three sixes in an over in a One Day International (ODI) match, showcasing his aggressive approach to batting. After retiring from international cricket, he has been involved in coaching and has worked with various teams, including a stint with the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League. Recently, Gibbs highlighted challenges in coaching Pakistani batter Babar Azam due to language barriers, revealing insights into Azam's playing style and approach.
Born on Feb 23, 1973 (52 years old)
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Australia:
It was on Friday when South Africa’s fate took a remarkable turn, 26 years to the day since Herschelle Gibbs infamously 'dropped the World Cup' at Headingley.
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India:
Herschelle Gibbs shared sentiments that Kohli still has plenty of cricket left in him.
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United Kingdom:
Herschelle Gibbs scored 175 runs in the famous '438 game' against Australia in 2006.
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India:
Herschelle Gibbs noted that Babar's English isn’t great, which complicates coaching communication.
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