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Marco Jansen

South African

Player Overview

2021

IPL Debut

All Rounder

Specialization

01 May 2000

Date of Birth

36

Matches

Marco Jansen is a towering South African all-rounder, standing over two metres tall, who combines new-ball swing with steep bounce and dangerous lower-order hitting. His height and natural angles make him a challenging proposition, especially in helpful conditions.\r\nHe was identified through Mumbai Indians’ scouting programme and emerged as a surprise pick in the 2021 auction, making his TATA IPL debut even before earning his international cap later that year. However, opportunities were limited, with Jansen featuring in just two matches that season, and he was not retained. He then moved to Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he spent three seasons between 2022 and 2024, operating as a seam-bowling all-rounder.\r\nHis most productive IPL season came in 2025 with Punjab Kings, where he picked up 16 wickets and played a more consistent role with the ball. While his batting potential is yet to fully translate in the IPL, Jansen has shown glimpses of his capability in international cricket, including impactful knocks such as a 75 not out against England in the 2023 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup and a quickfire half-century in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semifinal.\r\nAn all-rounder with significant upside, Jansen remains an all-rounder whose best is yet to come in the IPL.