Hashim Amla is a former South African cricketer known for his elegant batting style and exceptional technique. Born on March 31, 1983, in Durban, he made his international debut in 2004. Amla is celebrated for his ability to score runs consistently across all formats of the game, including Test, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20. Throughout his career, Amla achieved numerous records, including being the fastest player to reach 8,000 runs in ODIs. He was also the first South African to score a double century in Test cricket. Amla retired from international cricket in 2019, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greats of the game.