Anneke Bosch’s Personal Details
Name: Anneke Elizabeth Bosch
Date of Birth: August 17, 1993
Batting style: Right hand Bat
Bowling style: Right arm Medium, Right arm Offbreak
Role: Batting Allrounder
When South Africa needed composure and class on the grandest stage, Anneke Bosch delivered. Her unbeaten 74 in the semi-final of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup against Australia wasn’t just an innings, it was a statement. Under pressure, with the world watching, Bosch showcased the calmness and technique that have quietly made her one of the most dependable batters in the Proteas lineup.
Bosch’s cricketing journey has been one of persistence and steady progression. She made her ODI debut in 2016 against Australia, and she has since become a vital cog in South Africa’s plans across formats. Her ability to switch gears between stabilizing an innings and accelerating when required makes her a valuable asset in the middle order.
By 2020, her consistency had earned her a place in South Africa’s extended training squad ahead of the England tour, a sign of the faith selectors had in her potential. That faith paid off in the years that followed, named in the 2022 Commonwealth Games squad. Bosch has been equally important in the ODI format.
Anneke Bosch’s Career Numbers:
In 19 ODI innings, she has accumulated 371 runs with the best of 65*, showing both consistency and the ability to anchor innings under pressure. Her composure with the bat adds balance to South Africa’s line-up, particularly in crunch situations.
Beyond the runs and numbers, what stands out about Bosch is her quiet determination. She may not be the flashiest batter in the side, but she has a knack for stepping up when South Africa needs her most.
With her calm demeanor, versatile batting style, and growing experience, Bosch is shaping up to be the steady hand South Africa can rely on as they look to challenge for global titles in the years ahead.
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