Temba Bavuma Age, Wiki and Bio

Temba Bavuma

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalitySouth African
Date of Birth17/05/1990
Age34 years
BirthplaceRubusana Avenue of Langa, Cape Town, South Africa

Bio/Wiki

NicknameSachin

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 3"
Weight65 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBald

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • South African College Junior School, Newlands
  • Fourways High School, Sandton (Till the age of 12)
  • St David’s Marist, Inanda (Till matric in 2007)
College/University
  • University of Johannesburg
  • University of South Africa
  • University of Cape Town
Educational Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Financial Management (University of Johannesburg)
  • B.Com Financial Management (University of South Africa)
  • Advanced real estate course (University of Cape Town)

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsPhila Lobi
Marriage Date25/08/2018
Marriage PlaceThe Conservatory, Franschhoek, South Africa

Family

FatherVuyo Bavuma (Former journalist)
MotherPhumza Bavuma (Worked in the petroleum and energy sector)
Siblings
BrotherPhola Bavuma
SisterPhila Bavuma
SpousePhila Lobi
ChildrenNone

Career

Coach/MentorGeoffrey Toyana
Jersey Number#11 (South Africa)
Domestic/State Team
  • Soweto Cricket Club
  • Gauteng
  • Lions
  • Cape Cobras
  • Highveld Lions
  • Gauteng Under-19
  • South African Schools
  • South African Invitation XI
  • South African Emerging Players
  • South Africa Academy
  • Composite XI
  • Proteas
  • South Africans
  • South Africa Under-19
  • South Africa A
  • South Africa
  • Durban Heat
  • Jozi Stars
  • Northamptonshire
  • Northamptonshire Second XI
  • Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Batting StyleRight-handed
Bowling StyleRight-arm medium pace
International Debut
ODI25/09/2016 against Ireland
Test26/12/2014 against West Indies
T2018/09/2019 against India
Records
  • Became the 2nd South African cricketer to score a hundred on his ODI debut in 2016
  • Became the 2nd South African player to carry a bat (opened innings and remained not out while whole team got out) and 5th cricketer to score a century and carry a bat in an ODI (in 2023)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • South African Cricket Annual Cricketer of the Year Award in 2015
  • Award of Excellence at Cricket South Africa’s awards in May 2017
  • Became the first black African to become permanent captain of South Africa in March 2021
  • ODI Player of the Year Award at the Cricket South Africa (CSA) awards in 2023

Favourites

CricketerSachin Tendulkar
FoodTuna fish
GolferTommy Fleetwood

Style Quotient

Cars Collection
  • Ford Mustang GT
  • Audi TT Sports
  • Mercedes-Benz C Class

Some Lesser Known Facts

Temba Bavuma is a versatile individual with roles in cricket, golf, and business. He holds the distinction of being the first black African to captain South Africa in all cricket formats. As a child, he engaged in cricket, rugby, tennis, and soccer, with soccer being his initial favorite. Initially drawn to cricket through his uncles, Bavuma debuted for Gauteng in 2008. His interests expanded to golf in 2017, leading him to participate in various competitions. Bavuma is involved in business as a non-executive director and investor in properties and real estate. He actively supports young cricketers through the Temba Bavuma Foundation, promoting talent through nationwide events. Notably, he is sponsored by New Balance for his cricket gear and equipment. In addition to his sports career, Bavuma has also lent his insights as a commentator for cricket matches.