Faf Du Plessis is a South African cricketer who plays for Delhi Capitals Team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. He was born on July 13, 1984, and is 41 years old in 2025. Faf Du Plessis, a right-handed batter from Pretoria, made his IPL debut in 2012. In the 2025 IPL Auction, the Delhi team bought him for INR 2.00 crore.
Faf du Plessis IPL Career
Faf du Plessis made his IPL debut in 2012 with Chennai Super Kings Team. So far, he has played 145 matches and scored 4,571 runs with an average of 35.99. He has hit 37 half-centuries, with his highest score in IPL was 96 against Kings XI Punjab in IPL 2019. Faf has smashed 421 fours and 166 sixes in IPL games.
| Team | Delhi Capitals |
| IPL Debut | 2012 |
| Matches | 145 |
| Runs | 4,571 |
| IPL Price | INR 2.00 Crores |
| Role | Batsman |
| Age | 13 July 1984 (age 41) |
Faf du Plessis IPL 2024 Runs
Faf du Plessis had a good performance in the IPL 2024 season. He captained the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and took them to the playoffs. As a batter, Faf du Plessis scored 438 runs in 15 innings with a strike rate of 161.62. His runs included four half-centuries. In the season, he hit 47 fours and 21 sixes, with his highest score being 64 runs agaisnt Gujarat Titans.
Faf du Plessis IPL 2023 Runs
Faf du Plessis had an amazing IPL 2023 season. He scored 730 runs with an average of 56.15 and a strike rate of 153.68. Playing 14 matches for Royal Challengers Bangalore, he smashed 60 fours and 36 sixes. His top score was 84 runs against Punjab Kings.
Faf du Plessis’s IPL Highest Score
Faf du Plessis’ highest IPL score is 96 runs from 55 balls, which he achieved in IPL 2019 against Kings XI Punjab. In this inning, he smashed 10 fours and 4 sixes with an impressive strike rate of 174.54.
Although he missed his first IPL century, Faf du Plessis is admired for his consistent batting. This brilliant performance came while playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), showcasing his talent and dominance with the bat.
Faf du Plessis’s IPL Journey
Faf du Plessis IPL Debut
Faf du Plessis made his IPL debut in 2012 for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). In that season, he played 13 matches and scored 398 runs with an average of 33.16. So far in his IPL career, he has played 145 matches and scored 4,571 runs, including 33 fifties. His highest score in the IPL is 96.
Faf du Plessis Last IPL Match
Faf du Plessis played his last match in IPL 2024 on May 22, 2024. He was the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Eliminator match against Rajasthan Royals. Batting first, Faf opened the innings and scored 17 runs from 14 balls.
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Eliminator |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2024 |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Date & Time | May 22, 07:30 PM LOCAL |
Faf du Plessis IPL 2025 Price
Faf du Plessis, the right-handed batter for Delhi Capitals, was bought by the team for IPL 2025. In the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, he was acquired for INR 2.00 crores.
Faf du Plessis IPL 2025 Salary
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | INR 1.60 Cr | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2019 | INR 1.60 Cr | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2020 | INR 1.60 Cr | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2021 | INR 1.60 Cr | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2022 | INR 7.00 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2023 | INR 7.00 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2024 | INR 7.00 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2025 | INR 2.00 Cr | Delhi Capitals |
Faf du Plessis IPL 2025 Team
Faf du Plessis plays for the Delhi Capitals In IPL 2025. He started his IPL journey in 2012, playing for the Chennai Super Kings.
| Year | Team |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2019 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2020 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2022 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2023 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2024 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals |
Faf du Plessis’s IPL Career Overview
Faf du Plessis IPL Stats: Batting
| IPL Season | M | R | HS | Avg | S/R | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15 | 438 | 64 | 29.20 | 161.62 | 0 | 4 | 47 | 21 |
| 2023 | 14 | 730 | 84 | 56.15 | 153.68 | 0 | 8 | 60 | 36 |
| 2022 | 16 | 468 | 96 | 31.20 | 127.52 | 0 | 3 | 49 | 13 |
| 2021 | 16 | 633 | 95* | 45.21 | 138.20 | 0 | 6 | 60 | 23 |
| 2020 | 13 | 449 | 87* | 40.81 | 140.75 | 0 | 4 | 42 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 | 396 | 96 | 36.00 | 123.36 | 0 | 3 | 36 | 15 |
| 2018 | 6 | 162 | 67* | 32.40 | 125.58 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 6 |
| 2017 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 8.00 | 114.28 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 6 | 206 | 69 | 34.33 | 127.16 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 9 |
| 2015 | 17 | 380 | 55 | 29.23 | 125.00 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 5 |
| 2014 | 15 | 303 | 54* | 27.54 | 128.93 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 7 |
| 2012 | 13 | 398 | 73 | 33.16 | 130.92 | 0 | 3 | 29 | 17 |
FAQ’s
How many runs Faf du Plessis has Score in IPL Career?
Faf du Plessis has scored a total of 4,571 runs in 145 matches in his IPL career so far.
What is the highest score of Faf du Plessis in IPL?
Faf du Plessis IPL highest score is 96 against Kings XI Punjab in IPL 2019.
What is the Faf du Plessis IPL 2025 Price?
Faf du Plessis has been bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 2.00 Crore in IPL 2025 Mega Auction.
When did Faf du Plessis made his IPL debut?
Faf du Plessis made his IPL debut in 2012 with Chennai Super Kings.
