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Curtis Campher is a South African-born Irish international cricketer who has established himself as one of Ireland's most dependable all-rounders across international formats. Born on 20 April 1999 in Johannesburg, South Africa, Campher is a right-handed batter and right-arm medium-fast bowler whose ability to contribute with both bat and ball has made him an important member of Ireland's international setup.
Campher developed through South Africa's age-group cricket system, representing Gauteng at Under-13, Under-15 and Under-17 level before progressing to the South Africa Under-19 team. His route to international cricket changed after he was identified as having an Irish connection through his grandmother. Holding an Irish passport, Campher subsequently pursued the opportunity to represent Ireland and became part of the Ireland Wolves setup.
His breakthrough at senior international level came in July 2020, when he made his ODI debut for Ireland against England. Campher made an immediate impression, scoring an unbeaten 59 and finishing as Ireland's leading run-scorer in the match. His ability to perform under pressure quickly established him as an important prospect for Irish cricket.
Campher made his T20 International debut in August 2021 against Zimbabwe. Later that year, he produced one of the most remarkable bowling performances in Irish cricket history during the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Against the Netherlands, he took four wickets in four consecutive deliveries, becoming the first Irish bowler to take a T20I hat-trick and only the third bowler in T20I history at the time to achieve four wickets in four balls.
His international career continued to develop across formats, and in April 2023, Campher made his Test debut against Bangladesh. During Ireland's tour of Sri Lanka later that month, he scored his maiden Test century, making 111 against Sri Lanka. This made him one of the relatively small number of Irish players to score a Test hundred.
Campher has continued to demonstrate his versatility in both international and franchise cricket. His batting provides Ireland with a powerful middle-order option, while his medium-fast bowling gives the team an additional seam-bowling option. His athletic fielding and ability to contribute in multiple areas further strengthen his value as a genuine all-rounder.
In July 2025, Campher produced another extraordinary bowling achievement while playing for Munster Reds against North-West Warriors in Ireland's Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy. He became the first male cricketer to take five wickets in five consecutive balls in a professional cricket match, creating another remarkable milestone in his career.
Campher has also gained experience in domestic and franchise competitions, representing teams and leagues in England, Pakistan, Bangladesh, the Caribbean and other T20 competitions. His international experience, adaptability and ability to perform in pressure situations have made him an increasingly important figure in Ireland's modern cricket setup.
As a CA Sports Brand Ambassador, Curtis Campher represents versatility, determination and all-round performance. His ability to influence matches with both bat and ball reflects the high-performance approach of CA Sports and its commitment to supporting cricketers competing at the highest levels of international and professional cricket.
Represented South Africa Under-19 cricket.
Continued his development through South African age-group cricket.
Joined the Ireland Wolves setup.
Made his T20 and List A debut for Ireland Wolves during their tour of Namibia.
Made his ODI debut for Ireland against England in July.
Scored an unbeaten 59 on his ODI debut.
Established himself as an emerging all-rounder in Ireland's senior setup.
Made his T20 International debut for Ireland against Zimbabwe.
Selected for Ireland's squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Took a historic four wickets in four balls against the Netherlands.
Became the first Irish bowler to take a T20I hat-trick.
Became only the third bowler at the time to take four wickets in four consecutive T20I deliveries.
Continued to establish himself as an important all-rounder for Ireland.
Contributed with both batting and medium-fast bowling across international cricket.
Continued representing Ireland in limited-overs cricket.
Made his Test debut against Bangladesh in April.
Scored his maiden Test century, making 111 against Sri Lanka.
Became one of Ireland's key all-round options across international formats.
Represented Ireland at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Continued playing international cricket as a batting and bowling all-rounder.
Expanded his professional experience through county and franchise cricket.
Produced one of the most extraordinary bowling achievements of his career.
Took five wickets in five consecutive balls for Munster Reds against North-West Warriors.
Became the first male cricketer to achieve five wickets in five balls in a professional cricket match.
Continued representing Ireland and playing professional cricket internationally.
Continued representing Ireland across international cricket.
Remained an important all-round option with his right-handed batting and right-arm medium-fast bowling.
Continued competing in international and professional T20 cricket.
Reached 100+ international appearances across Test, ODI and T20I cricket.
Batting photos, studio shoots, signing ceremonies and match action highlights.
