Quinton De Kock Profile: There have been several relevant batters who proved their merit in the gentleman’s game, but only a few have been as convenient and reliable as the Proteas limited overs kingpin Quinton de Kock. De Kock established himself as one of the finest-ever limited-overs cricketers throughout all phases of his career, from his debut in international cricket in 2012 to his worldwide fame in 2013.
Due to his batting style, which is full of aggression and sublime conventional technique common for a left-handed batter, he is often referred to as one of the greatest ever limited-overs batsmen of his generation. He retired from test cricket in December 2021. He has another prolific ability to hit shorts all around the park, especially the leg side with several unorthodox shots, and is often mentioned as the most active player on the cricket field by cricket pundits as he has always been a go-to guy for his captains in both international and franchise cricket.
QDK holds several unique records, like being able to score four ODI centuries while playing for South Africa before his 21st birthday and being one of only four players in the world to score three consecutive ODI centuries. He also reached the 12-over landmark in 74 innings, breaking the record of fellow countryman Hashim Amla. He is the recipient of several accolades and was chosen as Men’s Cricketer of the Year at the CSA’s annual dinner in 2017.
Quinton de Kock: Bio
| Date of birth | 17th December 1992 |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 |
| Place of Birth | Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Current Team(IPL) | Lucknow Super Giants |
| SA20 League | Durban Super Giants |
| Jersey Number | 12 |
| Preferred Hand | Left Handed Batsman |
| Role | Wicket-Keeper Batsman |
| Height | 1.70m(5’7 foot) |
Quinton de Kock: Net Worth
Being one of the most effective sportsmen not only in South Africa but also one of the most well-known cricketers across various leagues in the entire world, QDK has a bankable net worth of around $11+ million, which is around 90 crores in Indian rupees.
Quinton de Kock: Stats
| Test | ODI | T20I | IPL | |
| Matches | 54 | 138 | 77 | 92 |
| Runs | 3300 | 5949 | 2156 | 2764 |
| Average | 38.82 | 45.41 | 32.18 | 32.14 |
| Strike Rate | 70.94 | 96.43 | 135.4 | 133.91 |
| 50s/100s | 22/6 | 29/17 | 14/0 | 19/2 |
| Highest Score | 141* | 178 | 79* | 140 |
| Catches/Stumpings | 221/11 | 180/12 | 71/16 | 65/15 |
Quinton de Kock: Income and Salary
Quinton de Kock is the main inclusion in the highly paid list of players by Cricket South Africa(CSA) and from this, he earns around $350K annually which is approximately 2.8 Crores INR.
He is also paid a hovering amount of Rs 6,75,00,000 by the Lucknow Super Giants for playing in the IPL since 2022 and has earned a total of INR 32+ crores playing for several franchises in the IPL.
He earns $30–50K per month, and his total income would range up to 20 crores annually from both domestic leagues around the world (IPL and SA20) and international match fees and endorsement deals.
Quinton de Kock: Brand Deals
Quinton de Kock deals with several brands, including:
- Gunn and Moore (GM) – It is one of the UK’s largest cricket equipment manufacturers and also the most premium producer of immensely costly English willow bats and other protective equipment in cricket.
- Dream11 – India’s no.1 interactive and exciting online platform, providing a base for the Fantasy cricket league.
- Sareen Sports – Sareen Sports Industries is an Indian manufacturer of cricket bats and other protective equipment. In 2022, they signed a contract with QDK.
- Adidas – A German-based sports brand that produces and sponsors sportswear for athletes around the globe.
Quinton de Kock: Lifestyle
De Kock is not one of those players with huge recognition or social media reception but is often talked about by international sports pundits and sports columnists for his presence on the cricket field and his plays with the bat. QDK has widespread fame in South Africa, has around 546K followers on Instagram, and earns approx. $7K from every sponsored post on Instagram. De Kock got engaged to Sasha Hurly in December, and later the couple got married in 2019 and were blessed with a girl child in January 2022.
QDK has a wide range of luxury cars, including the following:
- Aston Martin DB11: It produces about 447 kW of horsepower with its amazing speed variant, and it costs about $37.5K.
- Jeep Compass – A 5-seater luxurious SUV known for its contemporary styling.
- Mercedes-Benz Mercedes A35 AMG – A iconic Sedan from the house of Mercedes is known for its commanding presence and it costs around $70K.
He owns a luxurious home in Johannesburg, South Africa (a luxury house worth $500K or Rs. 4 crores), and several other properties across various parts of the country, especially Durban.
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