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I have always felt that this guy has underachieved in International Cricket compared to his talent. He has breathtaking ability in clearing the boundary and is usually calm and calculated under pressure. Is an outstanding matchwinner with the bat.

But in his 12 year career so far he has only scored 3500 ODI runs at an average of 40. I know he bats low down the order but I have always felt he has the ability to average around 50 at a Sr of 100.
 
Yes, an underachiever. Amazing shot hitting ability. Always batted too low.

I also don't like it when a lot of experts label him as a lower middle order bat and someone who cannot bat up the order at 3 or 4. In the modern era, the ball doesn't swing for dozen of overs. A player of Miller's calibre can definitely bat high up the order but nobody really showed that confidence in him by sending him to bat in top 4 or even at 5 also and that's why he has underachieved.
 
I remember in the early days the South African commentators kept going gaga as he walked to the crease, hyping him up and promising big things but he only came off once in four or five attempts.
 
Miller today in the qualifier for IPL final

1st 14 balls: 10 runs
Last 24 balls: 58 runs

David Miller | Player of the Match: I think opportunity, firstly (what's changed?). I've been given a role, I felt extremely backed from the outset. My personal game - I'm enjoying my role, I've been playing for many years now. Understanding my game a lot better. In high-pressure situations you tend to go away from your gameplan but I feel like I'm trying to keep everything together close to the gameplan. There has been a lot of going wide to me on the off-side, so I decided actually for the first time to step across. Backed myself and went with it. The rest I tried to hit as hard as possible. That's the joys of IPL - you play for different teams, get to meet different players. It was a new team so there are a few butterflies here and there. From the first win, everything sort of aligned. You have to control what you can, can't think too much ahead. Concentrate on your breathing, and if it's in your area, you have to capitalise. We've got a few days off. There's a bus trip back, we'll have a few drinks and celebrate.

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Well he isn't a complete failure at the international level, has a good record which is better than lot of people. His game is based on high risk but could have done better. Having an average of 40.7 at a SR of 101 in ODI's and an average of 32 at a SR of 140.6 isn't that bad.
 
Miller Killed India's chances in the 1st T20I - scored 64* (31) - changed the game.
 
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What batting.

Absolute class hitting.

Knew exactly what he was doing.
 
Cricket South Africa (CSA) today congratulated David Miller on becoming the first South African men’s cricketer to play 100 T20 Internationals (T20I).

Miller, 33, brought up the milestone during the 3rd T20I against England at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton, where he is currently captaining the side in place of the injured Temba Bavuma.

Since making his T20I debut in 2010, the left-hander has gone on to cement his status as an aggressive and quality stroke player in world cricket. Third on South Africa’s leading run scorer charts, Miller is closing in on 2 000 runs in the shortest format having struck one century and five half-centuries at an average of 32,43 and a strike rate in excess of 140.

His explosive prowess garnered the joint quickest T20I hundred with a 35-ball showpiece against Bangladesh at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom in 2017. His credentials also include 14 T20 World Cup appearances.

Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe commented:

“Since his debut in 2010, we have seen David's stock rise in the international game and he is now one of the most respected, and at the same time feared, white-ball players in the world.

Today we celebrate with him his 100th cap and hope he will be here playing at the highest level for the Proteas for many more years, helping us to achieve great things.”

CSA CEO Pholetsi Moseki added:

“A heartfelt congratulations to David on this major milestone. He has been a remarkable servant of South African cricket for more than a decade. He has represented the Proteas jersey with the highest of honor and respect, always doing his best to ensure that our Proteas flag is flying at its highest. We at CSA are really pleased for him.”

Reflecting on his illustrious career to date, Miller said:

“Looking back, it’s gone so quickly. I would never have dreamt to have played as many games for South Africa as I have. It’s taken me 13 years to get to reach this milestone, and I’m just really privileged to have represented my country for as long as I have, and I’m really excited for today.”
 
Killer Miller is in some form. Struck an unbeaten 106* off 47 balls. SA starting to peak at the right time before the WC
 
This year IPL changed his fortunes. He was very poor for many seasons. This year he played one of the most important part in GT winning the IPL. Since then he has never looked back.
 
This is so so sad ILWIR

Condolences to Miller and his family
 
May she rest in peace!

My Condolences to David Miller. Very disheartful news for him given that he has been in the form of his life since the past year or so.
 
MenInG said:
Just to clarify - she is not Miller's daughter.

She was his fan, a well-wisher, whom Miller dearly loved. And she lost her battle to cancer.
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Thought so. Didn’t think he’d be playing a game if he had just lost his daughter
 
David Miller when South Africa win batting second:

Innings 17
Runs 369
Average 123.00
Strike-rate 141.92

Incredible numbers.

A proper finisher, not the fake finishers that Pakistan has.
 
Miller had been average in the IPL until this season. This season he played as a man possessed. The trio Miller, Tewatia, and Rashid all 3 pulled off some impossible chases. Then he carried that form with him. Started replicating the same performance at the international level. If you really want to contain Miller you have to be an excellent slow ball exponent or fast at his body. If you give him even a slight room you will disappear.
 
Arguably the best T20 player ever to come from African continent.
 
Definition of Finisher. The sound that makes when the bat meets the ball is a give away whether he nailed it or not. That crunching sound is a death knell for opposition. If you run into him make sure your slower ball is on the money. He has issues against them. Daniel sams defended 5 or 6 runs against set Miller with slower balls.
 
In-form South Africa batter David Miller has been ruled out of the crucial Super 12 clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup against Pakistan owing to back spasms.

Heinrich Klaasen has replaced him in the line-up as South Africa look to strengthen their chances of securing a semi-final berth.

The news was confirmed by skipper Temba Bavuma at the toss. Miller has been in sensational form with the bat for South Africa this year. He also scored an unbeaten 59 recently to guide South Africa to a thrilling win over India.
 
Match-winning work from Miller in this huge chase in the 2nd ODI v England - 20th ODI fifty, from 33 balls.
 
Not at all a surprise. He can lay any attack to waste on his day. But i was disappointed when he choked against Netherlands. That is a blot on his legacy.
 
It’s good to see proper white ball batting again after the bore Pak vs NZ series.

Id have miller over babar and kane

Even Bavuma is stepping up to the plate instead of worrying about being an “anchor”
 
I will pick Miller in South African All time ODI XI.

Gibbs
Qdk(wkt)
Kallis
ABDV
Cronje(c)
Miller
Klusenar
 
David Miller in ODIs in...

2020 - average: 173.00, strike rate: 110.19

2021 - average: 45.33, strike rate: 106.25

2022 - average: 57.80, strike rate: 111.15

2023 - average: 111.00, strike rate: 119.35
 
Stupendous Miller....31*(16)

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South Africa should play him in Test.

When Warner first started, he was like Miller too. But, Warner now has a very good Test career.

Attacking batters often do well in Test.
 
Might have done in ODI's but every T20 side, international or league, would take him in their side in a heartbeat. His bank account is probably doing alright
 
Sir David Miller deserved a better team. He is one of the best ever specialist batsman at #6 position. He has performed more than even Buttler.
 
David Miller made 55(23) today against DC while playing for GT in a match in IPL 2024.
 
David Miller played a match winning innings of 59 runs not out off 51 balls to give South Africa an important win against the Netherlands. He knows how to play in such situations.
 
Can David Miller deliver another masterclass in ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final?

David Miller in ICC knockouts:

56*(51) vs England, CT 2013 semifinal
23*(12) vs India, T20 WC 2014 semifinal
49(18) vs New Zealand, ODI WC 2015 semifinal
101(116) vs Australia, ODI WC 2023 semifinal
 
FearlessRoar said:
Can David Miller deliver another masterclass in ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final?

David Miller in ICC knockouts:

56*(51) vs England, CT 2013 semifinal
23*(12) vs India, T20 WC 2014 semifinal
49(18) vs New Zealand, ODI WC 2015 semifinal
101(116) vs Australia, ODI WC 2023 semifinal
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I'm having a feeling this Final will require his services. It won't be easy for South African top order. Best wishes to him. If he manages to win this one with South Africa. That will bring him up top among the legends of the game. Such a gun no. 6 batter.
 
So many thoughts must be running through his mind. "WHy didn't i hit straight. Could have slashed over point for an easy 4." That is how the game. Game of inches. Decision making. So many teams succumbed to this full toss in this world cup. South Africa itself benefitted a couple of times if i am right because of full toss dimissals. In the larger picture their bigger mistake was to let to get to a stage where 16 required in one over from 30 required in 5 overs.

One ironic thing about him getting out to Pandya is , he wsa the captain who won the first IPL title for Miller. Guys like Kohli, ABDV, Gayle, KL Rahul never won an IPL. But Miller won because of Pandya's team. Also Faf won because of MSD. QDK won because of Rohit.Bumrah

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David Miller usually doesn’t share much on Insta but has the Gujarat trophy.
 
JaDed said:
David Miller usually doesn’t share much on Insta but has the Gujarat trophy.
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If you send South Africa to IPL they will end up with zero trophy. De kock at a crucial time let 4 byes off Bumrah against CSK. Bumrah consoled him. Next over Malinga did the job. QDK despite mistake ended up on the winning side. Same QDK in 2015 final made a cardinal error of not running out a batsman towards the end which woudl have taken them to final. This happened when NZ needed 26 runs in 16 balls with just 4 wickets in hand. If Grant Elliott was run out game would have been over. But this time there is no Malinga to bail him out. Steyn was taken to cleaners with 12 to defend in the last over by the very guy he failed to run out.

40.3
2
Steyn to Elliott, 2 runs
Slower ball, short of a length, soft hands into the leg side, he rushes back for a risky second, and de Kock has missed him. De Kock is up to the stumps, Rossouw's throw is accurate, but a little too full. De Kock's gloves close early, he doesn't collect the ball, removes the bails with Elliott miles outside the crease
 
jnaveen1980 said:
If you send South Africa to IPL they will end up with zero trophy. De kock at a crucial time let 4 byes off Bumrah against CSK. Bumrah consoled him. Next over Malinga did the job. QDK despite mistake ended up on the winning side. Same QDK in 2015 final made a cardinal error of not running out a batsman towards the end which woudl have taken them to final. This happened when NZ needed 26 runs in 16 balls with just 4 wickets in hand. If Grant Elliott was run out game would have been over. But this time there is no Malinga to bail him out. Steyn was taken to cleaners with 12 to defend in the last over by the very guy he failed to run out.

40.3
2
Steyn to Elliott, 2 runs
Slower ball, short of a length, soft hands into the leg side, he rushes back for a risky second, and de Kock has missed him. De Kock is up to the stumps, Rossouw's throw is accurate, but a little too full. De Kock's gloves close early, he doesn't collect the ball, removes the bails with Elliott miles outside the crease
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Yeah i can still not forget qdk ‘s interview in IPL about how there is too much pressure from the crowd and fans , I almost chuckled.If anything IPL fans are way well behaved with their team.
I think he was in Capitals then or something.
 
JaDed said:
Yeah i can still not forget qdk ‘s interview in IPL about how there is too much pressure from the crowd and fans , I almost chuckled.If anything IPL fans are way well behaved with their team.
I think he was in Capitals then or something.
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Not sure if it is cultural. Many of the south africans in the IPL bottled. Klaasen failed in a few crunch games. Jansen failed to defend 25 runs in the 20th over against Rashid khan. Markram was a serial failure as well. Faf is the only one who was the clutchest of all people. But he played for CSK. ALbie Morkel was another clutch player. He was also CSK guy. You acquire clutchness with CSK :) ABDV went missing in one of the easiest run chase of all time in an IPL final.
 
jnaveen1980 said:
Not sure if it is cultural. Many of the south africans in the IPL bottled. Klaasen failed in a few crunch games. Jansen failed to defend 25 runs in the 20th over against Rashid khan. Markram was a serial failure as well. Faf is the only one who was the clutchest of all people. But he played for CSK. ALbie Morkel was another clutch player. He was also CSK guy. You acquire clutchness with CSK :) ABDV went missing in one of the easiest run chase of all time in an IPL final.
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It can’t be cultural, Springboks are the most clutch rugby team in history. This is something to do only with cricket, I would not be surprised if they even lose WTC final in SA..
 
Several on social media had claimed that the South African batter had decided to retire from the shorter format.

However, Miller took to Instagram on Tuesday to refute such rumours, saying that he is available to represent South Africa in T20Is.

“Contrary to reports, I have not retired from T20 international cricket. I will continue to be available for the Proteas. The best is yet to come,” he wrote in his Instagram story.


A-Sports
 
MOST SIXES IN INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

AS A NO.6 BATTER

David Miller 134
MS Dhoni 125
Kieron Pollard 108
Ben Stokes 99
Shahid Afridi 86
 
Underachieved not sure but definitely underrated and less talked about. Kind of a player who does his part without any showbaazi. I always thought that Miller could have been what Morgan was for England.

Both batted in middle order with Miller having slightly better average and higher strike rate in ODIs. T20 stats for both almost identical(Miller wins by slight margin). Morgan is rated higher by many because of his captaincy. But as a player i rate Miller above him. English players also benefit from the fact that they play a lot of Cricket.

Also It feels unjustified that Miller is never given any chance in Tests and is not given responsibility of captaincy in white ball(They gave captaincy to Bavuma of all people which was beyond me). After Du plessis, Miller could have been a perfect choice for LOIs captaincy in place of Bavuma, De Kock etc.
 
This guy botched the easy chase in the final against India. SHould have won that game for his team..
 
BouncerGuy said:
This guy botched the easy chase in the final against India. SHould have won that game for his team..
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I think you're being harsh on Miller here. 16th and 18th overs were bowled by Bumrah and it was well known in advance that scoring there freely was not an option.

Real difference of the match was 19th over of Arshdeeep where Maharaj ate up 4 balls just for 2 runs.

With 16 runs to get in 6 balls, Miller had no other option but to go for a big shot. He had connected that shot quite well and that would have been a Six, 9 out of 10 times if not for a blinder from SKY. Most of the fielders would have botched it, being it in 20th over of WC final.

I consider Klaasen the culprit for the finale debacle more than anyone. He had done all the hard work and just had to stay there with run a ball to ensure SA finish the line. Blame also goes to fake allrounder Jansen and Maharaj.

Miller comes way down the order in the list of players who botched it for SA.
 
Buzzinga said:
I think you're being harsh on Miller here. 16th and 18th overs were bowled by Bumrah and it was well known in advance that scoring there freely was not an option.

Real difference of the match was 19th over of Arshdeeep where Maharaj ate up 4 balls just for 2 runs.

With 16 runs to get in 6 balls, Miller had no other option but to go for a big shot. He had connected that shot quite well and that would have been a Six, 9 out of 10 times if not for a blinder from SKY. Most of the fielders would have botched it, being it in 20th over of WC final.

I consider Klaasen the culprit for the finale debacle more than anyone. He had done all the hard work and just had to stay there with run a ball to ensure SA finish the line. Blame also goes to fake allrounder Jansen and Maharaj.

Miller comes way down the order in the list of players who botched it for SA.
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If miller played a bit of sensible cricket, he could have made it a run-a-ball chase and won it. He played a loose stroke against Hardik and bottled the job for his team. Klassen did exactly what was required.
 
BouncerGuy said:
If miller played a bit of sensible cricket, he could have made it a run-a-ball chase and won it. He played a loose stroke against Hardik and bottled the job for his team. Klassen did exactly what was required.
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Are we talking about same game? How did Miller play a loose stroke against Hardik and bottled the job?

The ask was 16 runs from 6 balls. How could he have made it a run-a-ball and won it?

Klaasen made the game for SA i agree but he was set and should have tried to stay instead of throwing his wicket.
 
Buzzinga said:
Are we talking about same game? How did Miller play a loose stroke against Hardik and bottled the job?

The ask was 16 runs from 6 balls. How could he have made it a run-a-ball and won it?

Klaasen made the game for SA i agree but he was set and should have tried to stay instead of throwing his wicket.
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Yeah, same game. He could have easily made it run-a-ball game by keeping the strike instead of just losing his mind after Klassen was gone. Klassen made the whole game but miller threw the game away.
 
BouncerGuy said:
Yeah, same game. He could have easily made it run-a-ball game by keeping the strike instead of just losing his mind after Klassen was gone. Klassen made the whole game but miller threw the game away.
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Klaasen made the game but threw it away when it mattered. It was already run a ball when he and Miller were on the pitch but Klaasen kept going for big shots.

Also Sharma and co were not fools to allow a certain player(whom they knew could be dangerous) to keep the strike every ball.

Klaasen in my opinion was a bigger bottler in the match than Miller so lets just agree to disagree.
 
Kumar Sangakkara, Director of Cricket of the Rajasthan Royals and the parent franchise of Paarl Royals, at SA20 auction for upcoming edition:

"It's about recognizing the big moments and being ready to perform. With the South African contingent and David Miller as captain, who has been amazing for us, the key is getting the players to step up in crucial moments. Skill is just one part of the game; executing that skill under pressure when the tournament is on the line is the second part. That comes down to mental makeup and adaptability. Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to convert those moments in the past, but I believe we are better equipped this year."
 
A blistering batting onslaught from Miller the killer continues as he scored a 28-ball half century against Pakistan in the 1st T20I and still going strong to help his team put a big total on the board.
 
Yes, to the question of the thread.

Miller is once in a generation SA talent similar to Klusner batting wise. His limited overs batting stats are probably better than Klusner but Klusner had an advantage of being an all rounder, making him an ATG.

Similar to Klusner, both have contributed at crunch or clutch situations only to be thwarted by their own teammates choke jobs.
 
South Africa handed injury scare as David Miller picks niggle in SA20 clash

South Africa’s Champions Trophy plans suffered a blow when star batter David Miller sustained an injury during Paarl Royals’ SA20 clash against Durban Super Giants. Miller, who also captains the Royals, picked up the injury while fielding in the covers during Durban skipper Marcus Stoinis’s knock. An unsuccessful attempt to stop a shot led to Miller sustaining a niggle, forcing him off the field moments later despite initial treatment from the medical staff.

Miller did not return to bat during his team’s 144-run chase, but the Royals secured a six-wicket victory thanks to brilliant contributions from Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Rubin Harmann. The injury has raised concerns for South Africa, with Miller being a key figure in Temba Bavuma’s squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Known for his match-winning abilities, Miller’s absence could severely impact the Proteas’ campaign.

Cricket South Africa (CSA) is expected to closely monitor the extent of his injury in the coming days. Adding to the concerns is the status of another vital player, Lungi Ngidi, who is also part of South Africa’s Champions Trophy squad. Ngidi, a fellow teammate of Miller at Paarl Royals, has been sidelined for the last four SA20 games due to lingering effects of a groin injury. The fast bowler had only recently returned to competitive cricket after missing South Africa’s entire summer international season.

The Proteas will be hoping for positive updates on both players as they prepare for the Champions Trophy. Miller’s experience and consistency make him irreplaceable in South Africa’s middle order, while Ngidi’s ability to spearhead the bowling attack is equally vital.

As South Africa looks to break their ICC trophy drought, the fitness of key players like Miller and Ngidi will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping their campaign.

SOURCE: https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/st...ica-champions-trophy-scare-2671171-2025-01-28
 
Congratulations to former Kings XI superstar David bhai on this century. It was a good one. Two in semi finals now for him. Lone warrior always and it’s sad.
 
I think they have to restructure their line up. Miller needs two good batsmen to come after him. He cannot be the be all end all. Mulder is okay. they need one more proper batsman. Miller has to be sandwiched between decent batting.
 
SA ODI all time XI :-

Gibbs
Qdk(wkt)
Kallis
ABDV
Cronje(c)
Miller
Klusenar
 
Despite the odds being against him, David Miller stood firm, smashing a remarkable unbeaten century in just 67 balls during the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand. Herschelle Gibbs cast aspersions on David Miller's fighting century

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