Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Vernon Darryl Philander |
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| Nickname(s) | Pro, V-Dawg, Big Vern |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Cancer |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm | ||||||
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| Weight | 70 kg | ||||||
| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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| College | N/A |
| Education | High School |
Personal Life
| Hometown | Ravensmead, Parow, Western Cape, South Africa |
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| Religion | Christianity |
| Address | A bungalow at 7de Laan, Cape Town |
| Hobbies | Playing golf |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Not Known |
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| Mother | Bonny Philander (Duty Manager) |
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Career
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| Favourite Ball | Outswinger | ||||||
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| Career Turning Point | His outstanding performance in the 2006-07 domestic season for the Cobras, where he took 30 wickets and had a batting average of 72 |
Favourites
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| Favourite Food | Pizza |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Vernon was born in a humble family on the Cape Flats. | |
| He grew up with his three brothers and mother in his grandparents' home. | |
| He started playing cricket at the age of 8. | |
| At 20, he gave his first autograph while playing for Cape Cobras. | |
| On his 22nd birthday, he made his cricket debut, taking 4/42 in an ODI against Ireland in 2007. | |
| It took him about 4 years to join South Africa's Test playing XI. | |
| In his Test debut against Australia, he took his first 5-wicket haul. | |
| In 2012, he won the SA Sportsman of the Year Award. | |
| In 2013, he became the No.1 ICC Test bowler, surpassing his teammate Dale Steyn. | |
| That same year, he started the 'Vernon Philander Foundation' and conducts a winter blanket drive. | |
| He believes his bowling style is best suited for the new ball. | |
| Off the field, he enjoys playing golf. | |
| He has a strong affection for dogs. |
