Faf: Through Fire

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He describes his relationship with AB de Villiers and other players in detail as well, in a very raw and honest way. The books is at times uncomfortable to plough through as it smacks of a bumbling self-absorbed child with a victim mentality. The episode left a sour taste in Du Plessis’ mouth, but it was a valuable lesson he learned early in his career, which ensured that he would strive to make young players entering the team environment feel like they are valued members of the setup.

Although the book gets a little repetitive at times and loses the grip, it was overall an interesting read, that keeps hooked till the end. I found interesting the difficulties of bringing together a nation with the many different cultures and ethnicities. Faf Through Fire by Faf Du Plessis is this account from his childhood days to playing the domestic and then for the Proteas, and his long journey from debuting in ODIs to Tests, playing in IPL, World Cup, and experience with Dhoni, CSK, and RCB! It doesn't get too much into technicalities and that's why it was way more enjoyable than I had expected.The only negative side to the book is that it does, especially closer to the end become slightly self righteous but I guess that's what any good Biography is. The best chapter for me though was the one about the swing of a cricket ball, both normal and reverse swing and the science behind it and what teams to to create this to happen, both legal and illegal.

He also explores the destructive relationships, offering his perspective, in devastating detail, on his final years of international cricket.He also reveals what really happens behind the scenes at sporting clubs/organisations – such as Cricket South Africa. His journey to become a world renowned cricketer was an uphill climb and getting to know the man behind that immense fame in his own words was nothing short of a wonderful experience.