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Claude Jacques de Villiers (born 21st September 1984, Johannesburg) is a left-handed opening batsman and occasional off spinner who plays for South Africa. He made his debut aged 19 2003 and has since established himself as a regular test player. His aggressive style has drawn some criticism but his progress continues and his run making and ability to remain at the crease is unprecedented in the current world game. He is also a highly adept slip fielder and is renowned for his close-catching.