DFA Sports Reporter Danie van der Lith is speaking to our Northern Cape Heat Cricket team to introduce them to our readers. Today we meet Emanuel Motswiri.
Emanuel ‘Manny’ Motswiri
22 years old, born in Krugersdorp, Gauteng
Usual slots in batting order: Middle Order – 5, 6, 7.
Which high school did you represent? Crawford Maragon Ruimsig
What other sports do you enjoy aside from cricket? Hockey and rugby
Was cricket always your game? No, rugby was
Batter, bowler, or all-rounder? All-rounder
What is your happiest cricket memory? My semi-professional debut for the Lions
Do you model yourself after a famous cricketer? Yes, Hardik Pandya and Ben Stokes
Your biggest sporting hero outside of cricket is? Siya Kolisi
Favourite Book? Captain’s Diaries by Ricky Ponting
Favourite Series? Currently, it is Young Sheldon.
Net practice, fielding practice, or gym work? Net practice.
Hamburger, pizza, or fried chicken? Sweet Chilli Chicken Pizza from Debonairs
Favourite fielding position? Cover
Least favourite place to field? Mid-on and mid-off
In your opinion, name the best international cricket team. India plays with flair, and I like flair.
Is there a quote that keeps you going when times get tough? “Every dog gets its time to eat.”
