Temba Bavuma

Cricketer

South African Rubusana Avenue of Langa, Cape Town, South Africa

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Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalitySouth African
Date of Birth17/05/1990
Age36 years
BirthplaceRubusana Avenue of Langa, Cape Town, South Africa

Latest News about Temba Bavuma

06/02/2026

Temba Bavuma, the Proteas Test and ODI captain, was selected to make his commentary debut at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 held in India and Sri Lanka. He will join prominent South African commentators including Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Natalie Germanos, Dale Steyn, Shaun Pollock, and Kass Naidoo for the global event's broadcast coverage.

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Bio/Wiki

NicknameSachin

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 3"
Weight65 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBald

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • South African College Junior School, Newlands
  • Fourways High School, Sandton (Till the age of 12)
  • St David’s Marist, Inanda (Till matric in 2007)
College/University
  • University of Johannesburg
  • University of South Africa
  • University of Cape Town
Educational Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Financial Management (University of Johannesburg)
  • B.Com Financial Management (University of South Africa)
  • Advanced real estate course (University of Cape Town)

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsPhila Lobi
Marriage Date25/08/2018
Marriage PlaceThe Conservatory, Franschhoek, South Africa

Family

FatherVuyo Bavuma (Former journalist)
MotherPhumza Bavuma (Worked in the petroleum and energy sector)
Siblings
  • Phola Bavuma
  • Phila Bavuma
SpousePhila Lobi

Career

Coach/MentorGeoffrey Toyana
Jersey Number#11 (South Africa)
Domestic/State Team
  • Soweto Cricket Club
  • Gauteng
  • Lions
  • Cape Cobras
  • Highveld Lions
  • Gauteng Under-19
  • South African Schools
  • South African Invitation XI
  • South African Emerging Players
  • South Africa Academy
  • Composite XI
  • Proteas
  • South Africans
  • South Africa Under-19
  • South Africa A
  • South Africa
  • Durban Heat
  • Jozi Stars
  • Northamptonshire
  • Northamptonshire Second XI
  • Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Batting StyleRight-handed
Bowling StyleRight-arm medium pace
International Debut
ODI25/09/2016 against Ireland
Test26/12/2014 against West Indies
T2018/09/2019 against India
Records
  • Became the 2nd South African cricketer to score a hundred on his ODI debut in 2016
  • Became the 2nd South African player to carry a bat (opened innings and remained not out while whole team got out) and 5th cricketer to score a century and carry a bat in an ODI (in 2023)
  • First black African cricketer to score a Test century for South Africa (unbeaten 102 against England in Cape Town, 5 January 2016)
  • Scored career-best 144 runs off 118 balls in ODI against West Indies on 18 March 2023, crossing the 1000 run-mark in ODIs
  • Scored 172 runs against West Indies on 08/03/2023 in Test cricket
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • South African Cricket Annual Cricketer of the Year Award in 2015
  • Award of Excellence at Cricket South Africa’s awards in May 2017
  • Became the first black African to become permanent captain of South Africa in March 2021
  • ODI Player of the Year Award at the Cricket South Africa (CSA) awards in 2023
  • Current captain of South Africa in Tests and ODIs
  • Led South Africa to victory in the 2025 World Test Championship final, their first ICC tournament win in 27 years
Career Statistics
Test
Matches66
Runs3810
Average38.1
Centuries4
Half-centuries26
Highest Score172
ODI
Matches54
Runs1987
Average42.27
Highest Score144
T20I
Matches36
Runs670
Average21.61
Captaincy Record
Test
Matches12
Won11
Lost0
Tied/Drawn1
Win Percentage90
Period2023-2025
ODI
Matches46
Won24
Lost21
Win Percentage52.17
Period2021-2025
T20I
Matches25
Won15
Lost9
Win Percentage62.5
Period2021-2022

Favourites

CricketerSachin Tendulkar
FoodTuna fish
GolferTommy Fleetwood

Style Quotient

Cars Collection
  • Ford Mustang GT
  • Audi TT Sports
  • Mercedes-Benz C Class

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Temba Bavuma is a versatile individual with roles in cricket, golf, and business. He holds the distinction of being the first black African to captain South Africa in all cricket formats. As a child, he engaged in cricket, rugby, tennis, and soccer, with soccer being his initial favorite. Initially drawn to cricket through his uncles, Bavuma debuted for Gauteng in 2008. His interests expanded to golf in 2017, leading him to participate in various competitions. Bavuma is involved in business as a non-executive director and investor in properties and real estate. He actively supports young cricketers through the Temba Bavuma Foundation, promoting talent through nationwide events. Notably, he is sponsored by New Balance for his cricket gear and equipment. In addition to his sports career, Bavuma has also lent his insights as a commentator for cricket matches.
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