Published 11:37 IST, October 16th 2019

ICC wishes 'greatest all-rounder' Jacques Kallis on his birthday

South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis will always be remembered for his ability to swing the game away from the opposition, both with the bat and the ball

Reported by: Koushik Narayanan
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One of most terrifying all-rounders of all-time, South Africa's Jacques Kallis will always be remembered for his ability to swing game away from opposition, both with bat and ball. former Proteas all-rounder, who retired in 2014 from both ODI and Test formats of game, has amassed 13289 runs from 1676 Test matches and 11529 runs from 328 ODI games, in span of his 18-year long international career. Jacques Kallis was an important factor of South Africa's bowling attack and has 292 Test wickets and 273 ODI wickets to his name. Jacques Kallis is fifth batsman with most number of centuries in game (62). With over 19,000 runs in First Class and List A games, Jacques Kallis went on to become one of South Africa's greatest cricketers. splendid all-rounder h 338 catches to his name - 200 Test catches, 131 ODI catches and 7 T20 grabs. Jacques Kallis has seen South African side through its highs and lows and has often been ir saviour, batting at top of order in an explosive fashion while also rattling batting line-up of opposition with his sheer pace. 

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KKR parts ways with Jacques Kallis

Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday parted ways with he coach Jacques Kallis and assistant coach Simon Katich following a below-par IPL 2019 in which y finished fifth. Jacques Kallis joined side in 2011 as a player before replacing Trevor Bayliss as he coach in October 2015. Under Jacques Kallis and Katich, KKR won 32 of ir 61 games. "After nine fantastic years with KKR since 2011, as a player, mentor, and he coach, it's time to explore new opportunities. I would like to thank Owners, Manment and fellow players for many happy memories," Kallis said.

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11:20 IST, October 16th 2019