Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Codi Yusuf: South Africa's Dale Steyn 2.0 Debuts in ODI
Codi Yusuf, a fast bowler from South Africa, is being compared to the legendary Dale Steyn.
He recently played his first One Day International (ODI) match against England.
Yusuf, known for his speed and skill, earned the nickname 'Dale Steyn 2.0' because his bowling style is similar to Steyn's.
He bowls with a smooth action, delivers quick, skidding balls, and can bowl sharp bouncers.
Before his ODI debut, Yusuf played for Gauteng and Lions in South Africa's domestic cricket, where he took 117 wickets in 36 matches.
Steyn himself has praised Yusuf, acknowledging his abilities.
Codi Yusuf made his ODI debut for South Africa against England.
The match took place at The Rose Bowl in Southampton.
Yusuf replaced Lungi Ngidi in the South African team.
He is nicknamed 'Dale Steyn 2.0' due to his bowling style.
Yusuf has played for domestic teams including Gauteng and Lions.
- Who
- Codi Yusuf, a South African fast bowler.
- What
- Made his ODI debut for South Africa.
- When
- Third ODI against England.
- Where
- The Rose Bowl, Southampton.
- Why
- Replacing Lungi Ngidi.
- Full Name
- Codi Yusuf
- Nickname
- Dale Steyn 2.0
- Debut ODI
- Against England at The Rose Bowl
- Birthplace
- Knysna, South Africa
- Age
- 27 (Born 1998)
- First-class Wickets
- 117
- Teams
- Gauteng, Lions, South Africa