Luandre Pretorius (South Africa)
287 runs, 8 catches in 6 matches
South Africa’s Londre Pretorius displayed his versatility in all aspects of his game during the tournament. Not only did he start as a batsman for the Proteas, he also excelled as a wicketkeeper and contributed with the ball when required.
Teaming up with Steve Stoke, Pretorius formed a dangerous partnership early on and gained momentum as the tournament progressed. Although he struggled to start the first three games, he finished the tournament on a high note, scoring three half-centuries, including the decisive goal in the semi-final against India.
He finished the World Cup with 287 runs in six games, the most by a Proteas batsman in the tournament.
Pretorius finished the World Cup as South Africa’s top scorer with 287 points in six matches. Furthermore, the 17-year-old, who showed commendable adaptability with eight catches behind the stumps, stepped in as a bowler when Juan James was injured in the opener and delivered a solid nine overs to make up for the over. He left a record of.