Personal details
| Full Name | Aiden Kyle Markram |
| Date of birth | October 04, 1994 |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Nationality | South Africa |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Current team | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Position | Middle order batter |
| Batting style | Right hand Bat |
| Bowling style | Right arm Offbreak |
| Jersey number | 94 |
| Started playing | September 28, 2017 |
| Family members | Father – Kyle MarkramMother – Gina MarkramSister – Paige MarkramWife – Nicole Daniella O’Connor |
Aiden Markram Recent Matches
| MATCH | Bat | Date | Ground | Format |
| SRH vs CSK | 32 | 28-Apr-2024 | Chennai | T20 |
| SRH vs RCB | 7 | 25-Apr-2024 | Hyderabad | T20 |
| SRH vs DC | 1 | 20-Apr-2024 | Delhi | T20 |
| SRH vs RCB | 32* | 15-Apr-2024 | Bengaluru | T20 |
| SRH vs PBKS | 0 | 09-Apr-2024 | Mullanpur | T20 |
Batting Stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s |
| Tests | 37 | 2398 | 152 | 36.33 | 59.47 | 7 | 10 |
| ODIs | 68 | 2121 | 175 | 36.56 | 98.28 | 3 | 10 |
| T20Is | 39 | 1118 | 70 | 38.55 | 150.67 | 0 | 9 |
Bowling stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ | SR | 5w |
| Tests | 37 | 2 | 2/27 | 65 | 3.13 | 124.5 | 0 |
| ODIs | 68 | 18 | 2/18 | 46.27 | 5.67 | 48.9 | 0 |
| T20Is | 39 | 10 | 3/21 | 30.6 | 8.27 | 22.2 | 0 |
Teams
South Africa
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Northerns
Northerns Under-19s
Punjab Kings
South Africa A
South Africa Under-19s
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Titans
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About Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram, a prominent South African cricketer, emerged onto the international scene as a promising talent with a blend of classical technique and modern strokeplay. Born on October 4, 1994, in Centurion, South Africa, Markram quickly made a name for himself as a top-order batsman known for his elegant strokeplay and solid technique.
Markram’s cricketing journey gained momentum when he captained the South African U19 team to victory in the 2014 ICC U19 Cricket World Cup. His leadership skills and batting prowess caught the attention of selectors, earning him a call-up to the senior national team.
Making his Test debut against Bangladesh in 2017, Markram showcased his batting prowess by scoring a remarkable century in his second Test match against the same opponents. His ability to handle pace and spin with equal aplomb, coupled with his astute captaincy skills, led to him being appointed as the Proteas’ Test captain for a brief period.
Despite facing some challenges in consistency, Markram’s talent and potential remain undeniable. His hunger for runs and commitment to excellence continue to make him a vital asset for South African cricket. With his best cricket still ahead of him, Markram is poised to play a significant role in the future of South African cricket on both domestic and international fronts.
Aiden Markram Career Highlights
– Aiden Kyle Markram, born on October 4, 1994, is a South African cricketer.
– He currently serves as the captain of the South Africa national cricket team in Twenty20 International cricket.
– Markram previously captained Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League.
– He led the South African under-19 cricket team to victory in the 2014 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
– In the 2018 South African Cricket Annual, he was honored as one of the five “Cricketers of the Year.”
– Former South African captain Graeme Smith has touted Markram as a future captain of the national team.
– Markram made his international debut for South Africa in September 2017.
– He currently captains Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 league, which was established in 2022 and secured victories in 2023 and 2024.
Aiden Markram Awards
-CSA U19 Cricketer of the Year, 2014
Career
Domestic career
Markram debuted for the Northerns cricket team in October 2014 against South Western Districts and later played for them in the 2015 Africa T20 Cup. He served as the club professional for Walkden in the Bolton Cricket League in 2016. His standout performance earned him the Domestic Newcomer of the Year award from Cricket South Africa in May 2017. He was slated to play for Nelson Mandela Bay Stars in the T20 Global League, which got postponed and eventually canceled. Markram joined Paarl Rocks for the Mzansi Super League T20 tournament in 2018 and signed with Hampshire County Cricket Club in March 2019. His notable contribution helped Titans clinch the 2018–19 Momentum One Day Cup. He continued to make waves in T20 cricket, featuring for Paarl Rocks in the 2019 Mzansi Super League. He remained a consistent performer, earning a spot in Northerns’ squad for the 2021–22 season. Markram then played for Punjab Kings and later joined Sunrisers Hyderabad for the 2022 Indian Premier League. After leading Sunrisers Eastern Cape to victory in the SA20 championship, he was appointed as the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad for the 2023 IPL season.
IPL Career
Aiden Markram, a stylish right-handed batsman, stepped in for England’s Dawid Malan at PBKS during the 2021 season. Despite his youth in international cricket, Markram has showcased his batting prowess and occasional off-spin abilities. In the 2021 IPL, he featured in six matches, accumulating 146 runs. As he gears up for the 2022 IPL season, Markram aims to infuse flair and strength into the Sunrisers’ batting order.
International career
Markram’s journey in international cricket began in September 2017 when he made his Test debut for South Africa against Bangladesh. He quickly made an impact, scoring a century in just his second Test match. In October 2017, he made his ODI debut against Bangladesh, impressing with both bat and ball.
In February 2018, Markram captained South Africa in ODIs in the absence of Faf du Plessis, becoming the second youngest player to lead the team in ODIs. He continued to excel, achieving his career-best score of 152 runs in a Test match against Australia in March 2018.
However, challenges arose in overseas conditions, particularly against spin bowling. Despite this, Markram made his T20I debut for South Africa in March 2019. He was part of South Africa’s squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup and subsequent series.
In January 2021, Markram’s resilience showed as he scored a century against Pakistan, ending a two-and-a-half-year drought. His performance earned him the captaincy for South Africa’s T20I team in March 2023.
Markram’s prowess was further highlighted in October 2023 when he smashed the fastest century in a men’s Cricket World Cup match against Sri Lanka, reaching the milestone in just 49 deliveries.
Test Career
Aiden Markram’s Test career spans from 2017 to 2024, encompassing 37 matches and 67 innings. He has amassed a total of 2398 runs at an average of 36.33, with a highest score of 152 runs.
ODI Career
In Aiden Markram’s ODI career spanning from 2017 to 2023, he has featured in 68 matches, playing 65 innings with 7 not outs. Accumulating a total of 2121 runs, Markram holds an average of 36.56, with a highest score of 175.
T20 International Career
Aiden Markram’s T20I career, spanning from 2019 to 2023, comprises 39 matches, where he has batted in 35 innings with 6 not outs. During this period, he has accumulated 1118 runs at an average of 38.55, with a highest score of 70 runs.
