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Hardus Viljoen Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth6 March 1989

Age30 (as in 2019)

BirthplaceWitbank, South Africa

ProfessionCricketer (Bowler)

NationalitySouth African

Marital statusEngaged

SpouseRhemi Rynners

FamilyFather - Piet Viljoen; Mother - Riana Koen; Brother - Waldo Viljoen; Sister - Yolandi Viljoen

Hardus Viljoen Biography

Hardus Viljoen is a South African right‑arm fast bowler who has played domestic cricket across several teams and appeared in international Test cricket. A

Early life and background

Gerhardus C. “Hardus” Viljoen was born on 6 March 1989 in Witbank, South Africa. Raised in his hometown, he developed into a tall fast bowler, listed at about 1.93 m (6'4") and weighing around 90 kg. His eye colour is given as grey and he has black hair. Viljoen is identified as South African by nationality and practices Christianity. Outside cricket, he enjoys travelling and listening to music and is reported to be a non‑vegetarian.

Career

Viljoen is a right‑hand batsman and a right‑arm fast bowler whose professional career began in domestic first‑class cricket. He made his first‑class debut in 2008 for Easterns against Eastern Province at Benoni in Gauteng. Over his career he has represented a number of domestic sides around the world, including Easterns, Titans, Lions, and Derbyshire, and has appeared in franchise teams such as Multan Sultans, Lahore Qalandars, Chittagong Vikings, Northern Warriors and Kings XI Punjab. He has also been part of Kent and a South African Invitation XI.

In December 2016 Viljoen signed a three‑year Kolpak contract with Derbyshire County Cricket Club, a move that took him into the English county system. Two years later he entered the Pakistan Super League when Multan Sultans acquired him at the 2018 PSL auction. In December 2018 he was bought by Kings XI Punjab at a base price of ₹75 lakh for the 2019 Indian Premier League season.

At the international level, Viljoen made his Test debut for South Africa on 14 January 2016 against England in Johannesburg.

Public profile

Viljoen is known for his pace and height as a fast bowler. His domestic and franchise commitments have taken him across multiple countries and competitions. He has worn the domestic jersey number 7 and has been described as a dog lover, particularly fond of Bull Terriers.

Personal life

Hardus Viljoen’s parents are named Piet Viljoen and Riana Koen. He has two siblings: a brother, Waldo Viljoen, and a sister, Yolandi Viljoen. He was reported to be engaged on 21 December 2018 to Rhemi Rynners, who is identified as a key account manager at Supergroup – Henkel and is noted as the sister of cricketer Faf du Plessis. His personal habits are partially recorded: he is reported to drink alcohol; smoking status is not known.

Controversies and other notes

In September 2013 Viljoen drew criticism for breaching a Code of Conduct while part of the Lions squad. Specifics of the incident are not detailed here. Physically, his approximate body measurements are listed as a 40‑inch chest, 32‑inch waist and 14‑inch biceps.

Latest updates

Key recent milestones in Viljoen’s professional timeline include his 2016 Kolpak signing with Derbyshire, his acquisition by Multan Sultans at the 2018 PSL auction, and his selection by Kings XI Punjab for the 2019 IPL at a base price of ₹75 lakh. His international Test debut came in January 2016.

Editorial Review and Sources

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Recent Work

Signed 3-year Kolpak deal with Derbyshire County Cricket Club

Signed a three‑year Kolpak contract with Derbyshire in December 2016 to play county cricket in England.

2016
Bought by Multan Sultans at PSL auction

Acquired by Multan Sultans in the 2018 Pakistan Super League auction.

2018
Bought by Kings XI Punjab for IPL 2019

Purchased by Kings XI Punjab in December 2018 at a base price of ₹75 lakh for the 2019 Indian Premier League.

2018
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Career Highlights

  1. Made first‑class debut for Easterns in 2008
  2. Test debut for South Africa on 14 January 2016 vs England
  3. Signed a three‑year Kolpak deal with Derbyshire in 2016
  4. Played for multiple domestic and franchise teams including Titans, Lions, Derbyshire, Multan Sultans and Kings XI Punjab
Reviewed by F4U Editorial Desk

F4U profile pages are prepared from public career information, checked for readability, and updated when reliable correction sources are shared with the editorial team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardus Viljoen born?

Hardus Viljoen was born on 6 March 1989.

What is Hardus Viljoen known for?

Hardus Viljoen is known for cricketer (Bowler).

What is Hardus Viljoen’s marital status?

Hardus Viljoen's marital status is listed as Engaged.

Who is Hardus Viljoen married to?

Hardus Viljoen is publicly listed as married to Rhemi Rynners.