Bjorn Fortuin - Bowler
Personal Information
- Full Name Bjorn Fortuin
- Born Oct 21, 1994
- Birth Place Paarl
- Height
- Role Bowler
- Batting Style Right Handed Bat
- Bowling Style Left-arm orthodox
Teams
Batting Career
| Format | IPL | ODI | T20 | Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 0 | 16 | 27 | 0 |
| Innings | 0 | 11 | 18 | 0 |
| Runs | 0 | 77 | 127 | 0 |
| Balls | 0 | 133 | 109 | 0 |
| Highest | 0 | 28 | 32 | 0 |
| Average | 0.00 | 28.00 | 12.70 | 0.00 |
| SR | 0.00 | 57.90 | 116.52 | 0.00 |
| Not Out | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| Fours | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 |
| Sixes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Ducks | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 50s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Career
| Format | IPL | ODI | T20 | Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 0 | 16 | 27 | 0 |
| Innings | 0 | 15 | 27 | 0 |
| Runs | 0 | 611 | 650 | 0 |
| Balls | 0 | 759 | 480 | 0 |
| Wickets | 0 | 18 | 23 | 0 |
| Avg | 0.00 | 33.94 | 28.26 | 0.00 |
| Eco | 0.00 | 4.83 | 8.13 | 0.00 |
| SR | 0.00 | 42.17 | 20.87 | 0.00 |
| BBI | 0 | 2/22 | 3/16 | 0 |
| 4w | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5w | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About
Bjorn Fortuin, a handy allrounder from Paarl in South Africa, made his first-class debut in 2013 and has since carved out a reputation as a reliable contributor with both bat and ball. Although his debut did not go according to plan, Fortuin’s steady improvement over the years has highlighted his resilience and determination.
The right-handed batter endured a difficult start to his first-class career, being dismissed for a duck in his debut innings and failing to take a wicket. However, Fortuin responded to those early setbacks by working diligently on his technique, gradually developing into a dependable performer.
His breakthrough performance came in October 2017 against the Knights, when the left-arm spinner produced career-best figures of 6 for 78. His impressive spell helped bowl out the opposition and enabled the Lions to secure a commanding first-innings lead of 203 runs. Although the match ultimately ended in a draw, Fortuin finished with seven wickets across the game, underlining his growing impact as a bowler.
Fortuin’s consistent performances also earned him a place in the South Africa A squad that toured India in July 2017. His selection was a reward for his all-round abilities, which have continued to make him a valuable asset at the domestic level.
From a challenging debut to match-winning spells, Fortuin’s journey reflects his perseverance and commitment to improvement — qualities that have defined his rise in South African cricket.