Shaun Pollock Biography
Shaun Pollock is a celebrated South African cricket commentator and former cricketer, who was a captain in all formats of the game. He is considered one of the finest medium pacers of his time. A genuine bowling all-rounder. Pollock together with Allan Donald formed a bowling partnership for many years.
From 2000 until 2003 Pollock was the captain of the South African cricket team and also played for Africa XI, World XI, Dolphins, and Warwickshire. He was chosen as the Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2003.
In January 2008 Pollock declared his retirement from all forms of international cricket after his 303rd One Day International on February 3. Pollock now works as a commentator on SuperSport’s coverage of South African cricket.
Shaun Pollock Age
Shaun is 48 years old as of 2021, he was born Shaun Maclean Pollock on July 16, 1973, in Port Elizabeth, Cape Province, South Africa. He celebrates his birthday on July 16, every year and his birth sign is Cancer.
Shaun Pollock Height
Shaun stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch. However, details regarding his other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Shaun Pollock Weight
Shaun Weighs 72 kilograms in 2021. Known for his captivating personality, Shaun has brown eyes and his hair color is blond.
Shaun Pollock Education
Shaun has not disclosed the details of his education but owing to the nature of his work as a cricket commentator, he might have received proper education regarding his field.
Shaun Pollock Family
Shaun Pollock Parents and Siblings
Shaun was born and raised by his parents in Port Elizabeth, Cape Province. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Shaun’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.
Shaun Pollock Wife
Shaun is happily married to his lovely wife Patricia “Trish” Lauderdale. Shaun’s wife was a finalist in the Miss South Africa pageant in the early ’90s and also worked for MTN, a South African telecom company. Shaun is a teetotaler and a devout Christian.
Shaun Pollock Daughters
Shaun and his spouse Patricia “Trish” Lauderdale, are blessed with two beautiful daughters, Jemma and Georgia, Jemma was born in August 2003, and Georgia in July 2006.
Shaun Pollock Net Worth
Shaun has an estimated net worth of $52 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a cricket commentator and former cricketer. Through his various sources of income, Pollock has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Shaun Pollock Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Shaun.
Shaun Pollock Wikipedia
- Full Names: Shaun Maclean Pollock.
- Popular As: Shaun Pollock.
- Gender: Male.
- Occupation / Profession: Cricket Commentator.
- Nationality: South African.
- Race / Ethnicity: Pending Update.
- Religion: Christian.
- Sexual Orientation: Straight.
Shaun Pollock Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 48 Years Old.
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer.
- Date of Birth: July 16, 1973.
- Place of Birth: Port Elizabeth, Cape Province, South Africa.
- Birthday: July 16.
Shaun Pollock Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Pending Update.
- Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 1 inch.
- Weight: 72 kilograms in 2021.
- Eye Color: Brown.
- Hair Color: Blonde.
Shaun Pollock Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Pending Update.
- Mother: Pending Update.
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Pending Update.
- Marital Status: Married.
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Patricia “Trish” Lauderdale.
- Children: Daughter(s) (Jemma and Georgia).
Shaun Pollock Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $52 million dollars as of 2021.
- Salary: Pending Update.
- Source of Income: Career as a Cricket Commentator.
Shaun Pollock House and Cars
- Place of living: Pending Update.
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated.
Shaun Pollock Prominence
Shaun is joint 10th in the all-time best-ever bowler ratings in the LG ICC Ratings, and has taken over 400 wickets at the time of his retirement was one of only six players to have scored 3000 runs and taken 300 wickets in Test matches.
In June 2007 he represented an African XI in an ODI game against an Asia XI in Bangalore. Playing as a specialist baptism, Shaun scored 130 from number 7 in the batting order, the highest ever score by an ODI batsman in that position.
The record would however not last long, MS Dhoni bettered it later in the series. Shaun was the leading wicket-taker for South Africa in the Test until Dale Steyn overtook him on December 26, 2018. He took over 400 test wickets and scored over 3,700 tests in his 108 Test matches.
Shaun Pollock Captaincy
Shaun was a bowling all-rounder. After Hansie Cronje was banned from cricket for life, Shaun took over the captaincy in April 200. He was eventually removed from the captaincy after South Africa’s performance in the 2003 Cricket World Cup.
Although no longer captain, he retained his place in the team. After a disappointing Test series tour of Australia in 2005/2006, he faced criticism for losing his wicket-taking ability.
He has the lowest (best) economy rate of any bowler to have taken 300 ODI wickets, and he is also the first South African and only the tenth player to take 400 Test wickets.
In September 2007, he was dropped from the South African test side for the first time in his career. Shaun was later a reader to the test series against the West Indies, whereupon he announced his retirement, effective on February 3, 2008.
He stated that ”I realize I have been blessed by God and feel I have nurtured my talents to the best of my abilities.” After South Africa sealed a series victory against the West Indies, Graeme Smith paid tribute to Shaun, stating ”It’s very important that people celebrate what he is given to South African cricket and what he is achieved as an individual. Shaun later represented Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League and Durham Dynamos in the 2008 Twenty20 Cup in England.
Shaun Pollock Domestic Career
Shaun took four wickets in four balls on his first feature for Warwickshire in a limited-overs game v Leicestershire at Birmingham in 1996. He also recently received the South Africa Player’s Player award and the South Africa ODI Player of the Year Award.
In Summer 2008 he played for Durham County Cricket Club in the North East of England and along with fellow South African Albie Morkel was used mainly in the Twenty20 Cup competition.
Of the 18 players who have bowled at least 2,000 balls for South Africa in ODIs, Shaun’s economy rate of 3.65 runs per over was the second-best behind that of Fanie de Villiers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shaun Pollock
Who is Shaun Pollock?
Shaun is a celebrated South African cricket commentator and former cricketer, who was a captain in all formats of the game. He is considered one of the finest medium pacers of his time.
How old is Shaun Pollock?
Shaun is a South African national born on July 16, 1973, in Port Elizabeth, Cape Province, South Africa.
How tall is Shaun Pollock?
Shaun stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch.
Is Shaun Pollock married?
Yes, Shaun is married to Patricia “Trish” Lauderdale. They got married and together they have two children.
How much is Shaun Pollock worth?
Shaun has a net worth of $52 million dollars as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the sporting industry.
Where does Shaun Pollock live?
Because of security reasons, Shaun has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Shaun Pollock dead or alive?
Shaun is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Shaun Pollock Social Media Contacts
- Youtube
- Tiktok: Pending Update.
- Website: Pending Update.