
TD Groenewald
TD Groenewald established himself as a reliable fast bowler during his international cricket career, representing South Africa across formats. His Test career proved to be his strongest suit, where he claimed 143 wickets across 51 matches at an average of 28.47, demonstrating consistent line and length bowling that troubled batsmen worldwide. Known for his disciplined approach and ability to extract movement from various pitch conditions, Groenewald became a dependable member of the South African bowling attack. While his batting contributions were modest, with Test and T20 averages reflecting his primary role as a bowler, Groenewald's value lay in his bowling prowess and work ethic. His T20 international career saw him take 34 wickets in 40 matches, adapting his skills to the shorter format's demands. Throughout his career, he was respected for his professionalism and commitment to the team cause, often performing the unglamorous but crucial role of containing opposition batsmen and providing crucial breakthroughs when needed.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inn | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| t20 | 40 | 19 | 103 | 8.58 | 124.10 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| test | 51 | 77 | 776 | 16.17 | 52.26 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Balls | Wkts | Avg | Econ | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| t20 | 770 | 34 | 32.62 | 8.64 | 3/27 |
| test | 8103 | 143 | 28.47 | 3.01 | 5/44 |
Fielding Stats
| Format | Catches | Stumpings | Run Outs |
|---|---|---|---|
| t20 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| test | 7 | 0 | 2 |
