In a world where cricket is starting to dominate, there are tons of cricketers who are getting more and more popular as days go by. Meet Nandre Burger, one of South Africa’s freshest and successful cricketers out there. His journey from being an aspiring tennis player and psychology student to becoming a professional cricketer is a testament to his raw talent mixed with adaptability. This article will delve into Nandre Burger’s life, his net worth, his player stats and much more!
Who is Nandre Burger?
Nandre Burger is a left-arm medium-fast bowler from south african national cricket team. He was born on 11th August 1995, in Krugersdorp, South Africa. He is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways. Thus Nandre has carved out a niche for himself in both domestic and international cricket. Apart from this, he has also played in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
| Full Name | Nandre Burger |
| Age | 30 years old |
| Birthdate | 11th August 1995 |
| Place of Birth | Krugersdorp, South Africa |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Batting Style | Left arm Medium Fast |
| Bowling Style | Left hand bat style |
| IPL Team | Rajasthan Royals |
| Net Worth | $1-1.5 million |
| Spouse | Unmarried |
Nandre Burger Age and Physical Appearance
Having been born on 11th August 1995, Burger is currently 30 years old. His zodiac sign is Leo.
He has a height of 6 feet 2 inches, which is 188 cm. His weight is not publicly disclosed but he has black eyes and dark brown hair.
| Height | 6 feet 2 inches (188cm) |
| Weight | Not disclosed |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Early Life and Cricket Journey
Burger was born in Krugersdorp in South Africa and was raised in a loving environment despite the fact that his parents’ names are not disclosed. As a child, he played tennis and squash during his early teenage years before unexpectedly switching to cricket. His journey to cricket was anything but conventional. He grew up in Johannesburg’s neighbourhood West Rand and he attended Monument High School, which is an institution that is renowned for launching international rugby players. At the age of 15, he was considered one of the top-ranked players in regional tennis championships. He also competed in the national squash championships by the time he was 17 years old.
During a time when he was recovering from persistent back injuries that Burger decided to turn to cricket – and not surprisingly, his talent was quite evident from an early age.
Educational Qualifications
In terms of his education, he was studying sports psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2014, and during this year, he earned a full scholarship through the university’s cricket club. He was training under the guidance and mentorship of coach Neil Levensen, who ultimately transformed Burger’s life. The latter had a transition from a medium-pacer to a fast bowler capable of clocking up to 150 kmph speed.
Ultimately, he had an accidental entry into the cricket set the stage for a promising career that would see him rise to stardom through the ranks of South African domestic cricket and even international cricket.
Personal Life
As of recent, Nandre Burger’s personal life has been in the spotlight despite him maintaining a low profile. He has recently been engaged to his girlfriend Ashleigh McDonald, an architect from Cape Town, whom he met in 2022 via mutual friends. When they met and got close, they realized that they shared similar interests in travel, architecture, and such like.
Domestic Career
Nandre Burger made his first-class debut for Gauteng in the 2015-16 Sunfoil 3-Day Cup on the 11th February 2016. he made his T02 debut for Gauteng in the 2016-17 CSA Provincial T20 Challenge on 14th February. He went on to make his List A debut for the state in 2016-17 CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge on 26th February 2017.
He ended up being the leading wicket-taker in the 2017-18 CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge tournament for Gauteng with 19 dismissals in 7 matches.
Back in July 2018, he was named in the Cricket South Africa Emerging Squad, and in September, he went on to be named in Gauteng’s squad for the 2018 Africa T20 Cup.
His career took a rise when he was named the leading wicket-taker in the tournament with 11 dismissals in 6 matches. He joined Cape Town Blitz after being taken in as an injury replacement for Anrich Nortje for the 2018 Mzansi Super League.
In September 2019, he was named in the squad for the Nelson Mandela Bay Giants team in the 2019 Mzansi Super League tournament, and more recently in April 2021, he went on to be named in the Western Province’s squad.
However, unfortunately, he sustained a lumbar stress fracture, which forced him to stay out of cricket-related activities for over a year till late 2022.
International Career – Rise to international stardom
Nandre Burger’s international career took off in December 2023, when he had made his debut across all three formats, namely T20, OD,I and Tes,t within just a span of 12 days, all against a formidable Indian side.
T20I Debut
Burger’s debut was made on 14th December 2023,in the third T201 against India that took place in Johannesburg. South Africa ended up losing the match by 106 runs, but Burger left a really good impression by dismissing Rinku Singh. He had the ability to bowl at very high speeds and generate swings that made him a promising player.
ODI Debut
On 17th December, he made his ODI debut against India in Paari. He had claimed two wickets and ended up dismissing Rajat Patidar and Rinku Singh – but India ended up winning the match by 78 runs.
Test Debut
Nandre Burger went on to make a stellar performance at his Test debut when he played against India from 26th to 28th December 2023. The match took place at Centurion, and he took 7 wickets to help South Africa win by an innings with 32 runs. In the second Test, which took place from 3rd January to 4th January, Burger claimed 4 wickets, thus showcasing his overall stellar streak and movement.
His international career earned him a Cricket South Africa contract in March 2024 and also a spot at the T20 World Cup squad in 2024, thus highlighting his emerging rise in the Proteas setup.
IPL Career – A sweet spot for Burger’s talent
Nandre Burger’s entry into the Indian Premier League became finalized in 2024 when the Rajasthan Royals signed him with an impressive base price of 50 lakhs. Rajasthan Royals, who is known for nurturing young, fresh talent, provided Burger with enough platform to showcase his skills, and he went on to make his IPL debut on 24th March 2024 against Lucknow Super Giants with the match taking place in Jaipur.
In 2025, he was retained by RR as an injury replacement for Sandeep Sharma, and his acquisition price was at INR 3.5 crores.
IPL Stats and Notable Performances
In the 2024 season, Nandre had played 6 matches for RR and took 7 wickets. Here is a summary of his IPL stats:
| Matches | Innings | Wickets | Average | Economy | Strike Rate | Best Figures | 4W+ | Catches | Runs Conceded | Balls Bowled |
| 6 | 6 | 7 | 20.71 | 8.53 | 12.00 | 2/29 | 0 | 2 | 145 | 60 |
His notable performances include:
- When he played against Chennai Super Kings in May 2024 – Burger had finished with a figure of 1/21.
- Against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024, although he went wicketless, Burger still managed to bowl with just 2 runs in his solitary over.
- When he played against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2024, Burger contributed to RR’s efforts to control the overs.
Nandre Burger Stats
Batting Stats
| Type | M | Inn | Runs | BF | HS | Avg | SR | NO | 4s | 6s | 50 | 100 | 200 |
| Test | 3 | 5 | 33 | 113 | 23 | 8.25 | 29.21 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 7 | 6 | 19 | 72 | 8 | 9.5 | 26.39 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Type | M | Inn | B | Runs | Wkts | Avg | Econ | SR | BBI | BBM | 5w | 10w |
| Test | 3 | 6 | 376 | 237 | 14 | 16.93 | 3.78 | 26.86 | 4/33 | 7/83 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 7 | 7 | 328 | 302 | 10 | 30.2 | 5.52 | 32.8 | 3/30 | 3/30 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 5 | 5 | 114 | 169 | 4 | 42.25 | 8.89 | 28.5 | 1/20 | 1/20 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 5 | 5 | 102 | 145 | 7 | 20.71 | 8.53 | 14.57 | 2/29 | 2/29 | 0 | 0 |
Nandre Burger Recent Matches
| Date | Match Type | Opponent | Venue | Notes |
| August 15, 2024 | Test | West Indies | Providence Stadium, Guyana | 2nd Test, South Africa tour of West Indies; 3/49 & 0/34 |
| September 18, 2024 | T20I | Afghanistan | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE | 1st T20I, South Africa tour of UAE; 1*(4) batting |
| September 20, 2024 | T20I | Afghanistan | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE | 2nd T20I, South Africa tour of UAE; 1*(7) batting |
Nandre Burger Net Worth
As of 2025, Nandre Burger has amassed a net worth of around $1-1.5 million, and this figure includes his Cricket South Africa central contract, which is around $200,000-300,000 USD in 2024-2025. His net worth also includes international match fees and IPL earnings – around INR 50 lakhs in 2024 and INR 3.5 crores in the 2025 season. He also earns additional income from domestic leagues like SA20, brand endorsements, campaigns, paid promotions, and more.
Social Media Presence
Given that Nandre Burger is a highly esteemed cricketer, is understandable that he is quite active on social media.
| Social Media Platform | Handle | Followers |
| 17_nandre | 15K Followers |
Conclusion
At 30 years old, Nandre Burger is slowly entering the peak of his cricketing career and with a national contract already at hand, with a reputation in the IPL he is all set to become a mainstay player in South African cricket. His journey from being an aspiring tennis player to an accidentally amazing cricket player is a story of perseverance, adaptability, and, of course, talent.
Refresh Date: September 5, 2025
