Jonty Rhodes Biography
Jonty Rhodes is a renowned South African professional cricket commentator and former Test and One Day International cricketer. Rhodes played for the South African cricket team between 1992 and 2003.
Jonty Rhodes Age
Jonty is 52 years old as of 2021, he was born Jonathan Neil Rhodes on July 27, 1969, in Pietermaritzburg, Natal Province, South Africa. He celebrates his birthday on July 27, every year and his birth sign is Leo.
Jonty Rhodes Height
Rhodes stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (176 cm, 1.76 m). However, details regarding his other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Jonty Rhodes Weight
Rhodes Weighs 72 kilograms (158.73 Ibs) in 2021. Known for his cricket skills, Rhodes has blue eyes and his hair color is blond.
Jonty Rhodes Education
Rhodes has not disclosed the details of his education but owing to the nature of his work as a cricket commentator, he might have received proper education regarding his field.
Jonty Rhodes Family
Jonty Rhodes Parents and Siblings
Rhodes was born and raised by his parents in Pietermaritzburg, Natal Province. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Rhodes’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.
Jonty Rhodes Wife
Rhodes is happily married to his beautiful wife Melanie and together they have two children India and Nathan. He was previously married to Kate McCarthy on 16th April 1994 in Pietermaritzburg but later separated.
Jonty Rhodes Children
Rhodes has two daughters and two sons called India Jeanne Jonty Rhodes, Ross Rhodes, Daniella Rhodes, and Nathan.
Jonty Rhodes Daughter: India Rhodes
On 24 April 2015, Rhodes’s second wife Melanie gave birth to a daughter named India Rhodes, in Mumbai. The couple named her after the country, stating they admired the rich culture and geographical diversity of the country.
Jonty Rhodes Net Worth
Rhodes has an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Cricket Commentator. Through his various sources of income, Rhodes has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Jonty Rhodes Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Rhodes.
Jonty Rhodes Wikipedia
- Full Names: Jonathan Neil Rhodes.
- Popular As: Jonty Rhodes.
- Gender: Male.
- Occupation / Profession: Cricket Commentator.
- Nationality: South African.
- Race / Ethnicity: White.
- Religion: Christian.
- Sexual Orientation: Straight.
Jonty Rhodes Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 52 Years Old.
- Zodiac Sign: Leo.
- Date of Birth: July 27, 1969.
- Place of Birth: Pietermaritzburg, Natal Province, South Africa.
- Birthday: July 27.
Jonty Rhodes Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Pending Update.
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 9 inches (176 cm, 1.76 m).
- Weight: 72 kilograms (158.73 Ibs) in 2021.
- Eye Color: Blue.
- Hair Color: Blonde.
- Shoe Size: Pending Update.
Jonty Rhodes Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Pending Update.
- Mother: Pending Update.
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Pending Update.
- Marital Status: Married.
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Melanie Rhodes.
- Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable.
- Children: Four.
Jonty Rhodes Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $10 million dollars as of 2021.
- Salary: Pending Update.
- Source of Income: Career as a Cricket Commentator.
Jonty Rhodes House and Cars
- Place of living: South Africa.
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated.
Jonty Rhodes Career
Rhodes started his profession in 1992 playing for the South African cricket team. His batting style was a right-hand bat and his bowling style was right-hand medium. He made his Test début against India in the first Test of the “Friendship Tour” at his home ground in Kingsmead, Durban on 13 November 1992, scoring 41 in the first innings and 26 not out in the second.
Rhodes made his One Day International début against Australia in South Africa’s opening match of the 1992 Cricket World Cup at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 26 February 1992.
Australia batted first, scoring 170, and Rhodes dismissed Craig McDermott via a run-out. South Africa scored 171 to win the
match by nine wickets; Rhodes was not required to bat.
Rhodes shot to prominence after South Africa’s fifth game of the World Cup, against Pakistan on the 8 March 1992 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground. South Africa batted first, scoring 211 off 50 overs. Pakistan’s innings were reduced to 36 overs because of rain interruptions, with the target revised from 212 to 194 runs.
Rhodes scored his first Test century during the first Test of a three-match series against Sri Lanka at Moratuwa during the 1993 – 1994 season. Batting on the last day, Rhodes scored 101 not out and together with Clive Eksteen salvaged a draw.
South Africa went on to win the series 1 – 0 by winning the second match and drawing the third. On 14 November 1993 Rhodes took a world record of five catches, to achieve the most dismissals by a fielder against the West Indies at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.
In late 2005 a report prepared by Cricinfo showed that since the 1999 Cricket World Cup, he had effected the ninth-highest number of run-outs in ODI cricket of any fieldsman, with the third-highest success rate.
Rhodes declared that he planned to retire from One-Day International cricket after the 2003 Cricket World Cup in South Africa. However, his tournament was cut short when he got injured in a match against Kenya. In Kenya’s innings, Maurice Odumbe hits the ball in the air toward Rhodes. Rhodes dropped the catch and in the process broke his hand.
After retirement, he was employed by Standard Bank as an account executive. Rhodes also worked as a fielding coach in the South African national cricket team. In April 2013 South African Tourism appointed Rhodes as their brand ambassador for India.
Jonty Rhodes Awards
- 1999: He was voted as one of the Wisden Cricketers of the Year.
- 2004: He was voted 29th in the Top 100 Great South Africans in SABC3’s Great South African television series.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jonty Rhodes
Who is Jonty Rhodes?
Rhodes is a renowned South African professional cricket commentator and former Test and One Day International cricketer. He played for the South African cricket team between 1992 and 2003.
How old is Jonty Rhodes?
Rhodes is a South African national born on July 27, 1969, in Pietermaritzburg, Natal Province, South Africa.
How tall is Jonty Rhodes?
Rhodes stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (176 cm, 1.76 m).
Is Jonty Rhodes married?
Rhodes is happily married to his beautiful wife Melanie and together they have two children India and Nathan. He was previously married to Kate McCarthy on 16th April 1994 in Pietermaritzburg but later separated.
How much is Jonty Rhodes worth?
Rhodes has a net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from his career as a cricket commentator and former Test and One Day International cricketer.
Where does Jonty Rhodes live?
Because of security reasons, Rhodes has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Jonty Rhodes dead or alive?
Rhodes is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Jonty Rhodes Now?
Rhodes is a cricket commentator and former Test and One Day International cricketer. He played for the South African cricket team between 1992 and 2003.
Rhodes Social Media Contacts
- Facebook: Pending Update.
- Youtube: Pending Update.
- Tiktok: Pending Update.
- Website: Pending Update.
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