Vernon Philander

About

Right-handed bowling all-rounder who has represented South African in tournaments like the 2015 Cricket World Cup. Domestically, he has been a longtime member of the Cape Cobras, whom he joined in 2004.

Before Fame

He attended Webner Street Primary School in his hometown of Ravensmead, South Africa. 

Trivia

Through the first 7 years of his Test career, he became one of a small handful of players ever to average a strike rate of 50 or less in Test matches. 

Family Life

His mother's name is Bonny. 

Associated With

zHe has played with AB de Villiers on the South African national team.