Born on February 19, 1998, in Gauteng, South Africa, Wiaan Mulder has steadily risen through the ranks of international cricket. He has represented South Africa in 18 Tests, 25 ODIs, and 11 T20Is, amassing 970 runs and picking up 60 wickets across formats. In the T20 arena, Mulder’s domestic record is particularly impressive—2,172 runs at an average of 27.15 and a strike rate of 132.92, alongside 67 wickets in 128 matches. His best bowling figures of 4/14 underline his ability to turn games with the ball, while his 12 T20 fifties showcase his batting credentials.
Although this will be Mulder’s maiden IPL stint, he is no stranger to high-pressure T20 leagues. He has previously featured in South Africa’s SA20 (for Durban’s Super Giants), the now-defunct Mzansi Super League (MSL), and England’s Vitality Blast, gaining valuable experience in diverse conditions. For SRH, Mulder’s versatility—he can bat anywhere from the middle order to the lower order and bowl in the powerplay or middle overs—offers tactical flexibility.
