Former South African captain Faf du Plessis once again became the talk of the internet after a topless photo of him showcasing his ripped physique went viral on social media. The 41-year-old, known for his remarkable fitness and discipline, was seen running shirtless, leaving fans stunned by his sculpted frame and athletic build.
A user on X (formerly Twitter) shared Faf’s pictures with the caption, “The fitness level of Faf Du Plessis at 41 years age. 🥶🫡 This is unreal stuff from Faf.”
The fitness level of Faf Du Plessis at 41 years age. 🥶🫡
– This is Unreal stuff from Faf. pic.twitter.com/HTF7K9Em3E
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) November 7, 2025
The post quickly gained traction among cricket fans, many of whom lauded the veteran batter for maintaining such an elite level of fitness well into his 40s.
Faf, who continues to play franchise cricket around the world, including in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has often emphasized the importance of fitness in prolonging his playing career. His recent appearance only reaffirmed that age is truly just a number for the South African star.
Among the many reactions, one that stood out came from Du Plessis’ former teammate and fellow South African cricketer, Herschelle Gibbs. Known for his humor and lively personality, Gibbs dropped a witty reply to the viral post, writing, “😂 we all looked like that at 41.”
😂 we all looked like that at 41
— Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) November 7, 2025
The lighthearted response left fans amused, with several joining the banter in the comments. Many praised Gibbs for his sense of humor and camaraderie, reminiscing about the days when both he and Faf represented South Africa on the international stage.
Though Du Plessis retired from international cricket in 2021, his dedication to training and fitness has not wavered. He continues to lead by example in various T20 leagues worldwide and remains one of the fittest players in the game.
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