| Gerald Coetzee, a South African cricketer, holds the record for most wickets by a South African bowler in a single ODI World Cup. |
| Known for his speed and energy on the field, Coetzee played rugby, tennis, and cricket with his brother in childhood. |
| Impressed by Dale Steyn, Coetzee started following him in his teens and decided to pursue a professional cricket career. |
| Coetzee received his first call-up to the South Africa Under-19 team at just 16 in 2017, going on to represent them in multiple World Cups. |
| Spotted by coaches in 2019, Coetzee signed for Jozi Stars in the Mzansi Super League and later joined Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. |
| In a match against Sri Lanka A, he scored 77 runs off 89 balls and was the 2023 SA20 Tournament's second-highest wicket-taker. |
| Debuting in T20Is with 1 wicket and ODIs with 3 wickets, Coetzee excelled in the 2023 ODI World Cup, finishing as South Africa's leading wicket-taker. |
| Mumbai Indians secured Coetzee for Rs 5 crore in the 2023 IPL auction, and he attributes his jersey number 62 to his father's sacrifices. |
| Known for his fast bowling, Coetzee's fans nicknamed him 'The Karate Kid' due to his black headband worn to keep sweat away. |
| Aside from cricket, Coetzee enjoys outdoor activities, supports the Orlando Pirates Football Club, and has two pet dogs. |
