Top 5 South African fast bowlers of all time

#3 Allan Donald

Allan ‘White Lightning’ Donald was truly feared by batsmen all around the world

Nicknamed ‘White Lightning’ for his sheer pace, Donald was one of the most successful bowlers ever to have represented the country. The pace with which he used to approach the crease and the high jump that followed were enough to frighten batsmen.

South Africa made a return to cricket in 1992 against West Indies, after the abolition of apartheid, and Donald made his debut in that game. Though West Indies went on to win that match, Donald’s 6 wickets in the game showcased the quality of pace bowling that the country had to offer.

He became the highest wicket taker for the nation in both Tests and ODIs before both the records were surpassed by Shaun Pollock. He is still the 4^th in the list of leading wicket-takers in Tests and 2^nd in ODIs for South Africa.

He ended his career in 2003 and played his last ODI against Canada. Post retirement, Donald has been actively involved in the game and has coached various sides around the globe.

He was the bowling coach of South Africa for a long time and is currently the head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League.

Allan Donald’s bowling career:

Format	Matches	Wickets	Best	Average	Economy	Strike Rate	5W	10W
Test	72	330	71/8	22.25	2.83	47.0	20	3
ODI	164	272	23/6	21.78	4.15	31.4	2	0
Total	236	602