DALE STEYN

Dale Steyn - profile, career and stats

Dale Steyn is often regarded as one of the best bowlers of the modern cricket era. He is a former South African cricketer who represented his country in 93 Tests, 125 ODIs, and 47 T20Is.

Steyn took 439 Test wickets, 196 ODI wickets, and 64 T20I wickets. His fiery performance in Test cricket made him the number one Test bowler for six years in the ICC Test bowler rankings.

Dale Steyn is the third fastest bowler in Tests to get to 250 wickets in 49 matches, the fourth fastest to 300 Test wickets in 61 Tests, the third fastest to 350 wickets in 69 Tests, and the third fastest to 400 Test wickets in 80 Tests.

Steyn’s career was disturbed due to back to back injuries and he announced retirement from all forms of international cricket on August 31st, 2021.

When Dale Steyn made debut in international cricket?

Steyn played his first Test match against England in 2004. In the same match, AB de Villiers also made his debut.

Where and when was Dale Steyn born?

June 27, 1983, Phalaborwa, South Africa.

Who is Dale Steyn married to?

Dale Steyn is married to Jeanne Keitzmann, a South African model and actor.

Which Dale Steyn’s performance is he the most proud of?

The 6 for 8 against Pakistan in 2013 at Wanderers is Steyn’s most favourite.

Which is Dale Steyn’s favourite cricket memory?

South Africa’s first Test win in Australia. They won the first Test in Perth and then the second in Melbourne and won the series by 2-1 in 2008-2009.

Which sports or activities Dale Steyn like to do or play other than cricket?

Surfing and skateboarding.

Who is Dale Steyn’s favourite sportsperson from any other sports?

Geoff Rowley, a professional skateboarder, is Dale Steyn’s favourite sportsperson.

What is Steyn’s favourite food to eat after surfing?

Carbs, more specifically Crack Buns from a store in Muzenberg.

Who does Dale Steyn think can portray him in a movie?

Shia Labeouf.

Who is Dale Steyn’s favourite cricketer?

AB de Villiers is Steyn’s favourite cricketer.

What is Steyn’s favourite fictional hero?

Batman.

What is Steyn’s nick name?

Steyn Gun.

What did Sachin Tendulkar say about Dale Steyn?

“Stayne is amongst the top bowlers that I played in my 24-year career. The only other guy who bowled very much like Steyn was possibly James Anderson.”