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Colin Ackermann

Colin Ackermann
Colin Ackermann Image: Wikimedia Commons. Dave Morton / Public domain

Overview

Colin Niel Ackermann (born 4 April 1991) is a Dutch–South African cricketer who plays professionally for Durham County Cricket Club in England and represents the Netherlands at international level. A right-handed batter and off-break bowler, he previously captained Leicestershire County Cricket Club in domestic English cricket.

Key facts

Full name Colin Niel Ackermann
Date of birth 4 April 1991
Nationality Dutch, South African
Domestic team Durham County Cricket Club
International team Netherlands
International debut October 2019
Leicestershire captaincy 2020–2022

Background

Ackermann is of South African origin and qualifies to play for the Netherlands through eligibility recognised by the International Cricket Council. His career has been built primarily in English county cricket, where he has been a regular feature of the domestic circuit.

Career

County cricket

Ackermann has played county cricket in England, including a significant spell with Leicestershire County Cricket Club, where he served as club captain from 2020 to 2022. He subsequently joined Durham County Cricket Club.

International cricket

He made his international debut for the Netherlands in October 2019, going on to feature for the side in international fixtures across formats.

Timeline

  • 4 April 1991 – Born.
  • October 2019 – International debut for the Netherlands.
  • 2020–2022 – Captain of Leicestershire County Cricket Club.
  • Subsequent – Joined Durham County Cricket Club.

Significance

Ackermann is among the prominent overseas-qualified players to have led an English county side, and he has been a key figure for the Netherlands national team during a period of expanding international fixtures for Associate nations.

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