Rassie van der Dussen’s stint with the Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2024 comes to an end today, but his performances leave a lasting impression. Despite the team’s struggles, he emerged as a beacon of hope, consistently putting up impressive scores throughout the season.
Van der Dussen etched his name in the history books by becoming the first centurion of PSL 2024 with a magnificent 104* against Peshawar Zalmi. Unfortunately, his stellar performance wasn’t enough to secure a win for the Qalandars, who succumbed to a string of defeats.
He started his campaign by hitting a valiant 71* in the opening match against Islamabad United, but his efforts remained in vain. However, his contributions didn’t stop there. In Qalandars’ final match for Van der Dussen with the team, his knock of 64 off 44 balls proved instrumental in Lahore’s first win of the season.
His fighting spirit and crucial runs helped the Qalandars post a competitive total of 162, which their bowlers successfully defended to win by 17 runs. Another notable performance was his knock of 54 against Multan Sultans, showcasing his consistency across various matches.
Rassie van der Dussen’s scores in PSL 2024
| MATCH | Bat | Ground |
|---|---|---|
| Qalandars vs United | 64 | Rawalpindi |
| Qalandars vs Sultans | 30 | Lahore |
| Qalandars vs Zalmi | 104* | Lahore |
| Qalandars vs Kings | 26 | Lahore |
| Qalandars vs Sultans | 54 | Multan |
| Qalandars vs Gladiators | 15 | Lahore |
| Qalandars vs United | 71* | Lahore |
Notably, Van der Dussen finishes as the second-highest run scorer of the season so far, accumulating 364 runs from just seven games at an impressive average of 72.80. While his departure might leave a void in the Qalandars’ batting lineup, Van der Dussen will now turn his focus to representing his home nation.
He will be participating in the Cricket South Africa’s domestic T20 tournament, the CSA T20 Challenge. Despite the Qalandars’ early exit from the PSL playoffs, Van der Dussen’s individual brilliance throughout the season makes him a player to watch. His talent and dedication are undeniable, and fans can expect him to continue his stellar performances in the upcoming CSA T20 Challenge.
