François “Faf” du Plessis is a world-renowned South African cricketer and former national captain, celebrated for his elegant batting, sharp cricketing intelligence, and exceptional fitness. While his international career earned him immense respect, Faf is particularly renowned for his Indian Premier League (IPL) and other T20 league contributions, including the Nepal Premier League (NPL), where he became a major star and high-value player.
Faf du Plessis was born on 13 July 1984, into Francois du Plessis, a former South African rugby player, and Ina Rynners, who played a supportive role in his upbringing. His parents separated when he was young, and he spent much of his childhood with his mother.
He has one sister, Rhemi Rynners, who works in business and marketing. Rhemi is married to cricketer Hardus Viljoen, making him Faf’s brother-in-law. Faf does not have any brothers.
His close-knit family and athletic background played a major role in shaping his discipline, character, and successful cricketing career.
He attended the prestigious Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool (Affies), a school known for producing South African sports stars, including cricketers AB de Villiers, Heino Kuhn, and Jacques Rudolph.
At Affies, Faf developed a strong foundation in cricket. His natural talent, combined with excellent coaching and competitive school-level cricket, shaped his early development. Although he considered pursuing a degree in sports science at the University of Pretoria, his passion for cricket ultimately guided him to a full-time professional career.
Faf du Plessis is one of the most respected names in cricket, known for his calm leadership, reliable batting, and sharp fielding. Over the last 15 years, he has made a big impact in T20 leagues around the world.
Faf played 14 IPL seasons for several teams:
Even after turning 40, he continued playing in T20 leagues globally, showing his fitness and experience.
In short, Faf has paused IPL, is heading to PSL, and remains active in the NPL.
Faf du Plessis has been married to Imari Visser since November 2013, and the couple has two daughters (born in 2017 and 2020). He is known for being family-oriented, humble, and disciplined, often sharing fitness tips, leadership advice, and personal growth insights with fans.
Beyond cricket, he has supported social causes like Black Lives Matter, emphasizing empathy, learning, and positive action. In October 2022, he released his autobiography, “FAF: Through Fire”, reflecting his journey, leadership, and personal experiences.
As of 2025, Faf du Plessis has an estimated net worth of $12–14 million. His income comes from cricket contracts, brand endorsements, real estate, vehicles, and other investments.
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