Bio/Wiki
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| Famous for | Excelling in both cricket and rugby |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 6" (198 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Blue Hazel |
| Hair Color | Light Ash Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Stellenbosch University |
| Educational Qualification | Pursuing a bachelor degree of Commerce in Investment Management (as of July 2025) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Chris Norton (Former Rugby Player) | ||||
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| Mother | Andrea Norton | ||||
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Career
| Cricket |
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| Rugby |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/rileynorton__/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Riley grew up in Stellenbosch, South Africa. | |
| He is recognized for his dual prowess in cricket and rugby. | |
| His father played for Maties Rugby from 1991 to 2003. | |
| Riley showed an early interest in cricket and rugby. | |
| He attended schools known for producing top players in both sports. | |
| In his final school year, he was captain of both the First XV rugby team and the First XI cricket team. | |
| Secured SA Schools Colours in both sports, which is uncommon. | |
| Riley’s cricket skills shone during the U19 World Cup, leading to a standout performance against Sri Lanka. | |
| Despite impressive cricket feats, he chose to pursue rugby with Maties Rugby instead. | |
| He compared his accomplishments to dual-sport players like Namibia’s Rudie van Vuuren. | |
| Cites Pieter-Steph du Toit and Kagiso Rabada as his inspirations. |
