Have a look at the biography, age and IPL team of Andries Gous
American wicket-keeper Andries Gous is in headlines after he played a vital supporting role to Aaron Jones as the United States of America (USA) defeated Canada by seven wickets at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York in the opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday.
After witnessing the inspiring partnership between Aaron Jones and Andries Gous, as the duo launched an incredible counter-attack in the final 10 overs, turning the game in favor of the home side, cricket enthusiasts are eager to know more about Gous.
Who is USA cricketer Andries Gous, biography, age, nationality, country, IPL team and batting stats
So, here we are providing you with everything that you need to know about Andries Gous.
About Andries Gous
Born: 24 November 1993 (age 30 years), Welkom, South Africa
Nationality: American, South African
Current teams: Washington Freedom (Wicket-keeper), Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Wicket-keeper)
National side: United States (2024–present)
For the unfamiliar, Gous, whose full name is Andries Gustav Stephanus Gous was born in Welkom, South Africa. He made his debut for the USA team in April this year. While he plays for Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, he doesn’t play in the IPL.
Following his teammate to fifty 🙌
Andries Gous marks his #T20WorldCup debut with a @indusind_bank Milestone.#USAvCAN | #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/gdfevmMQYi
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) June 2, 2024
The right-handed batter while batting at No. 3 has scored 65 off 46 deliveries, including seven fours and three sixes, helping the USA chase down Canada’s 195.
He entered the game under pressure after Steven Taylor was dismissed for a duck in the first over. Gous stabilized the innings and then accelerated the scoring.
By the time he was dismissed by Nikhil Dutta in the 16th over, the USA was comfortably placed at 173, with the win all but secured. Gous finished his innings with a strike rate of 141.
Career
Throughout his professional career, Gous has played for various teams, including the United States of America, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Free State, Free State Under-19s, Morrisville Unity, Samp Army, South Africa Under-19s, and Washington Freedom.
Gous boasts an extensive domestic cricket record, with 60 first-class (FC) matches, 57 List-A games, and 53 T20s under his belt. Gous has scored 1,301 runs in T20s, averaging 30.25 with a strike rate of 137.81.
His record includes 10 half-centuries and one century, with 121 fours and 54 sixes.
The 30-year-old has accumulated 1,861 runs in List A matches, averaging 37.97 with a strike rate of 87.41.
He has 10 half-centuries and three centuries, alongside 223 fours and 29 sixes. Defensively, he has taken 50 catches and executed four stumpings.
Gous’ Performance in the T20 World Cup Opening Match
Both players, Andries Gous and Aaron Jones notched up impressive half-centuries. Jones reached his fifty in just 22 balls, setting a new record for the fastest T20I fifty by a USA player.
Meanwhile, Gous achieved his milestone in 39 deliveries, highlighted by a stunning six and a four in the 14th over.
For the curious, India will face the USA at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York on June 12th, 2024.