Colin Delport

Delport, originally from Kadoma and Chegutu in Zimbabwe, was introduced to cricket by his father, who had previously played for the Rhodesian Schools team.[3] He attended Lomagundi College where he began playing cricket at six, primarily as a batsman and fielder, eventually securing a spot in the school's Colts team in Grade 3 and the first team from Grade 5.[3]

By accident, Delport turned to wicket-keeping at 13, enjoyed it, and showed proficiency in the role.[3] Throughout high school, he represented Mashonaland Country Districts as a wicket-keeper at the Under-19 level, and posted a personal high score of 91.[3] He also played rugby and hockey, but his primary focus was cricket.[3]

His cricket career advanced during the 1997 Zimbabwe Under-19 tour of England, where he scored 50 runs in an unofficial Test match at Northampton and showed impressive wicket-keeping skills.[3] He spent two seasons playing for Poulton in England while also maintaining the club grounds.[3]

Upon his return to Zimbabwe, Delport joined the Zimbabwe Cricket Academy with a three-year contract, including two years coaching in the provinces.[3] He resumed playing for Old Hararians, contributing notable performances.[3] His stay at the Academy led to an arrangement with Midlands, which helped him further develop his cricket skills.[3]

Delport played winter league cricket for Chegutu in 2001, achieving a personal high score of 160 against Norton.[3] He also played a Zimbabwe A game against West Indies.[3] Colin was later selected for the Zimbabwe Board XI squad, a significant progression in his career, despite not making the final 15. His contract ended in 2002.[3]

• CFX Academy cricket team

• Colin Delport at ESPNcricinfo