Wayne Parnell
South African cricketer with IPL success
Born
July 30th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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An accomplished cricketer from South Africa, Parnell played primarily as a left-arm fast bowler. Starting his career in domestic cricket, he made his debut for the national team in 2009 against Australia. Parnell represented South Africa in various formats, including Test, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20 Internationals. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), he played for teams such as the Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Daredevils, showcasing his skills on an international platform. His participation in Twenty20 leagues extended globally, contributing to the growth of the shorter format of the game.
Debuted for South Africa in 2009
Played in the IPL for Kolkata Knight Riders
Participated in domestic leagues globally
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