South African International star Alviro Petersen shares his testimony
1) What has been the highlight of your cricket career so far?The highlight of my cricket career is definitely making my test debut for SA.
2) What has been you best ever innings as a batsman?Its difficult to point out one specific innings, but perhaps my 182 against England at Headingley when we had lost the toss and was put in to bat by England.
3) Who would you rather face in the nets Morne Morkel or Dale Steyn?I would rather face Steyn in the nets, as he only bowls off a few yards while Morkel storms in at practice.
5) I see on your Twitter (@AlviroPetersen) you like a Braai, what tips could you give a non-South African to a successful Braai?Preparation is key- make sure your coals are nice and hot, and dont over cook your meat
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4) What young and upcoming cricketers should we keep an eye out for?A few years back i said Quinton De Kock , and now i say Kagiso Rabada- an exciting young quick bowler.
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6) You have set up the ‘Alviro. P Foundation’, could you tell us a bit about this and what inspired you to set it up?
I set up the Foundation to assist disadvantaged communities. I grew up in a disadvantaged community and i know the challenges that people face, so I wanted to give people the best start in life.
7) How did you become a Christian.
I grew up in a community where drugs, gangsterism and alcohol was common, and going to church with a few mates seens the right thing to get away from all the perceived wrongdoings. So i would say, when i was young and growing up.
8) What is the hardest thing about going on cricket tours especially being a Christian?
The hardest thing going on tour is not being familiar with different cultures and surroundings. But above all, missing family.
9) When has your faith mattered the most?
My faith matters all the time, especially when times are tough.
10) How does your faith influence you on the pitch?
To play the game in the right spirit, yet hard and competitive, but knowing where to draw the line.
11) What is your favourite bible verse?
Hebrews 13:5New International Version (NIV)5 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said,
“Never will I leave you;
never will I forsake you.”
“Never will I leave you;
never will I forsake you.”
12) Finally who do you think will win the Ashes?
Its a tough one, as England have home ground advantage, but Australia have the confidence and team...