Herschelle Gibbs Shares Glimpse Of Family Time During Long Weekend In Camps Bay

Former South African batsman enjoys coastal getaway at scenic Cape Town spot

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Former South African cricket star Herschelle Gibbs has given fans a glimpse into his personal life, sharing a serene moment from his long weekend getaway in Cape Town’s prestigious Camps Bay area.

The image posted on Instagram shows what appears to be his wife and dog. The scenic backdrop showcases the stunning coastline that makes Camps Bay one of South Africa’s most sought-after locations.

“Enjoy the long weekend 🇿🇦 from the Gibbs’s 🍾 🍾 #capetownphotography #campsbay,” Gibbs captioned the post, referring to South Africa’s recent public holiday.

The Cricketing Legend

Herschelle Gibbs remains one of South Africa’s most explosive batsmen in history. His international career spanned from 1996 to 2010, during which he represented the Proteas in 90 Test matches, 248 One Day Internationals, and 23 T20 Internationals.

Gibbs etched his name in cricket history on March 16, 2007, when he became the first batter to hit six sixes in an over in international cricket during the 2007 Cricket World Cup match against the Netherlands. The historic moment, which occurred exactly 17 years ago, remains one of cricket’s most celebrated achievements.

Throughout his career, Gibbs was known for his aggressive batting style and exceptional fielding. He accumulated 6,167 runs in Test cricket and 8,094 runs in ODIs, including 35 international centuries across formats.

Life Beyond Cricket

Since retiring from international cricket, Gibbs has remained connected to the sport as a commentator and analyst. Recently, he has been actively sharing his insights on the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, providing analysis on standout performers like Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Beyond cricket, Gibbs appears to have embraced leisure activities, particularly golf. Just last week, he posted about his excitement for Masters week, tagging Srixon Golf and Puma Golf in his post, suggesting possible brand affiliations in the golfing world.

Personal Connections

Gibbs maintains connections with former cricket colleagues, recently wishing Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar a happy birthday in a social media post. This gesture highlights the camaraderie that exists among former international cricket stars beyond their playing days.

The Camps Bay getaway offers a glimpse into Gibbs’ lifestyle away from cricket commitments. Known for its pristine beaches, upscale restaurants and breathtaking views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, Camps Bay represents one of Cape Town’s most exclusive coastal suburbs.

For fans of the cricket star, this rare glimpse into his personal life showcases how the former Proteas batsman enjoys his time away from the cricket spotlight while still maintaining his connection to the sport that made him a household name in South Africa and beyond.

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Herschelle Gibbs faced criticism for his performance during the 1999 World Cup but later redeemed himself with strong performances in subsequent tournaments.
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Nisha Bharatan is a writer with six years of experience. After completing her engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University, she did content marketing courses to complement her interest in writing. Nisha discovered her passion for writing in 2016 when she started documenting her journey into motherhood.

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