Former England cricketer Phillip DeFreitas had a successful career playing for both local and national teams from the 1980s to the 90s. He played for teams like Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, and Boland, earning almost 100 caps for England since his debut in 1986. DeFreitas was known for his skills as a fast bowler and right-arm batter. He played in 44 Test Matches and participated in all three World Cups during his career. Notable performances include matches against the West Indies and New Zealand, where he was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1992. DeFreitas holds the record for being the only bowler to have taken five wickets in a single innings against all eighteen first-class County sides. He also achieved the rare double of 10,000 first-class runs and 1,000 wickets. After retiring in 2005, DeFreitas became a cricket speaker, commentator, and coach. He is known for his vibrant personality and regularly appears as a celebrity guest at events. As a cricket speaker, DeFreitas shares his experiences and offers insights into the cricket industry. To hire Phillip DeFreitas for your next event, contact PepTalk.
