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Dean Elgar Announces Retirement from International Cricket.

Sports | Dated: 27 Dec 2025

Former South African captain Dean Elgar has announced his retirement from international cricket. He will play his final Test match against India in Cape Town in January 2026. Elgar is known for his gritty batting style and has been a mainstay of the Proteas' batting lineup for over a decade.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He has scored over 5,000 runs in Test cricket with 13 centuries.
  • Elgar captained South Africa in 17 Tests, winning 9 of them.
  • The upcoming India-South Africa series will be named the "Freedom Series".

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Dean Elgar.
  • Role: Opening Batter.
  • Retirement: After India Series.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Dean Elgar, who announced his retirement recently, represented which country in international cricket?

Correct Answer: South Africa

🚀 Quick Recap:

About South Africa Cricket

  • Board – Cricket South Africa (CSA)
  • Test Captain – Temba Bavuma