Archive · 6 Jan 2026
De Kock returns with ruthless batting form
Quinton de Kock, a South African cricketer, has come back to playing international cricket after a break.
He says he doesn't carry any 'baggage' or extra pressure while playing, which helps him perform well.
Since his return, he has scored a lot of runs in both ODI and T20 matches.
He is excited to share his knowledge of playing in India with his team for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
De Kock also played a big role in helping his team win a recent SA20 match.
He is happy to see how popular cricket is in South Africa, with many fans supporting the games.
Quinton de Kock returned to international cricket in October 2025 after retiring from Tests and ODIs.
He has scored 353 runs in 6 ODIs and 187 runs in 8 T20Is since his return.
De Kock attributes his success to a mindset free of 'baggage' and being mentally present.
He aims to share his knowledge of Indian conditions with younger players for the T20 World Cup.
De Kock is the highest run-scorer in the current SA20 league with 205 runs in 4 matches.
- Who
- Quinton de Kock, South African cricketer
- What
- Return to international cricket and strong performances
- When
- Returned in October 2025, recent performances in 2026
- Where
- South Africa and India
- Why
- To contribute to South Africa's T20 World Cup campaign
- Player
- Quinton de Kock
- Return Match
- T20I against Namibia (October 2025)
- ODI Runs
- 353 runs in 6 ODIs (avg. 70.60)
- T20I Runs
- 187 runs in 8 T20Is (strike rate ~140)
- SA20 Performance
- 205 runs in 4 matches (avg. 68.33)
- Upcoming Event
- T20 World Cup in India