David Miller, nicknamed “Killer Miller,” remains one of world cricket’s most feared finishers, known for his ability to clear boundaries at will in the death overs for both South Africa and the Delhi Capitals.
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| Full Name | David Andrew Miller |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| IPL 2026 Team | Delhi Capitals |
| Role | Middle-order batter |
| ODI Runs | 4,611 (avg. 42.30) |
| T20I Runs | 2,804 (avg. 33.78) |
A Career Built on Finishing Power
Miller’s game has always been built around finishing matches, not starting them. His T20I century off just 35 balls remains the second-fastest in the format’s history, tied with Rohit Sharma. In ODIs, he holds the record for the highest fifth-wicket partnership at a World Cup — an unbeaten 256 alongside JP Duminy against Zimbabwe in 2015.
2026: Still Delivering Under Pressure
Miller’s 2026 has reinforced his reputation as a big-match player. In the T20 World Cup, he struck a rapid 63 off 35 balls against India after South Africa slipped to 20/3, and later played a key role in a dramatic super-over win against Afghanistan, hitting two sixes in the second super over. He also earned a spot in the ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year in 2021 and was runner-up with South Africa at the 2024 T20 World Cup.
IPL Journey
Miller enters IPL 2026 with the Delhi Capitals, continuing a franchise career that has long made him one of the tournament’s most valued death-overs specialists, prized for his six-hitting ability under pressure in the closing stages of an innings.
FAQ
Q: Which team does David Miller play for in IPL 2026?
He plays for the Delhi Capitals.
Q: What is David Miller’s nickname?
He’s widely known as “Killer Miller” for his explosive finishing.
Q: What is David Miller’s fastest T20I century?
He scored a century off 35 balls, the second-fastest in T20I history.
Q: How did David Miller perform in the 2026 T20 World Cup?
He hit 63 off 35 balls against India and starred in a super-over win over Afghanistan.
