Location: Bedfordview | Johannesburg | East Rand
LMS Debut: 2014
Games Played: 353
Player Profile: https://www.lastmanstands.com/cricket-player/t20&playerid=66170
From his first match back in 2014 to reaching the incredible milestone of 353 LMS games, EJ van Niekerk has cemented his name as one of the most consistent and respected players in LMS Bedfordview, Johannesburg, and East Rand.
His contribution to the game on and off the field has earned him official LMS Legend status, and here’s why:
Career Stats
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8,549 runs in 332 innings
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75 half-centuries
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Highest Score: 129* (off 57 balls)
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Strike Rate: 173.93
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273 wickets
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Best Bowling Figures: 5/10
Teams Represented
EJ has been a leader and key player for several successful sides including:
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Scoregasms
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Beers and Tots
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Stiefkinder
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Global Jets
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Brisbane Burners
LMS Tours
EJ has taken his talents worldwide, representing on the biggest LMS stages:
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Global Jets – World Champs 2023 (Cape Town)
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Global Jets – India Superseries 2024 (Chandigarh)
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Brisbane Burners – India Superseries 2025
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West Rand Foo Dogs – SA Superseries 2023 Champions
EJ's Favourite LMS Moments
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Winning Player of the Match at World Champs 2023 with Global Jets
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Securing 2x Player of the Match awards at the India Superseries with Brisbane Burners
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Swapping shirts with international teams on tour
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Playing weekend cricket with friends & family and making lifelong memories
Congratulations, EJ — a true LMS Legend!
