Anrich Arno Nortje is a right-arm fast bowler renowned for consistently delivering speeds over 150 km/h. He made his international debut for South Africa in March 2019 and quickly established himself as a formidable presence in the bowling attack. Nortje has been a key player in various formats and is known for his aggressive pace and wicket-taking abilities.
31 years (born November 16, 1993)
Uitenhage, Cape Province, South Africa
Earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Financial Planning from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (now Nelson Mandela University)
Married to Micaela Kleu (now Micaela Nortje), a teacher. The couple's relationship began during their school days and culminated in marriage in September 2020.
Growing up in Uitenhage, Nortje developed a passion for cricket early on. He honed his skills through school and university-level cricket, leading to a successful domestic career with the Warriors and Cape Town Blitz, which paved the way for his international debut.
Named Newcomer of the Year at Cricket South Africa's annual awards in July 2020
As of April 2025, Nortje has stepped back from Test cricket to focus on T20 formats, aiming to manage his fitness and prolong his career in shorter formats. He continues to be a vital part of South Africa's white-ball squads and is expected to contribute significantly in upcoming international tournaments.
Estimated between $3 million to $5 million USD (₹25–40 crore INR)