Tabraiz Shamsi

South Africa spinner Tabraiz Shamsi shared a viral clip of a youngster with a slingy action, jokingly comparing him to Lasith Malinga and Matheesha Pathirana. The post amused fans widely. Meanwhile, Pathirana has joined Kolkata Knight Riders after injury recovery, though he may not play immediately as the team assesses his fitness.

At a time when six-hitting has become the defining feature of T20 cricket, South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi has raised serious concerns over the growing imbalance between bat and ball. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians coach Mahela Jayawardene does not see this as a major issue, whereas Kuldeep Yadav believes that Test cricket exists to truly test skill sets.

The Pakistan Cricket Board faces significant challenges ahead of the PSL due to contract breaches and player withdrawals for the more lucrative IPL. Several overseas players have opted out, prompting the PCB to consider strict actions like bans, though the pay disparity with the IPL remains a major hurdle.

PSL 2026 kicks off March 26 with Lahore Qalandars facing Hyderabad Kingsmen, but without spectators due to regional issues and rising costs. The tournament will be broadcast-first, held in Lahore and Karachi. Despite the challenges, eight teams and international stars promise exciting cricket, with the opening match at 7:30 PM IST.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam won the toss and opted to bat against South Africa in their must-win T20 World Cup match on Thursday.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh in a T20 World Cup match here on Thursday.

South Africa all-rounder Wiaan Mulder has been ruled out of the three-match One-Day International series against West Indies that starts in East London on Thursday as he battles with a side strain.

Uncapped seamers Daryn Dupavillon and Ottniel Baartman on Friday received maiden Test call-ups as South Africa named a 21-member squad for their upcoming Test series in Pakistan.

Young pace sensation Lungi Ngidi has been rewarded for his recent performances with a place in South Africa's squad for the six-match ODI series against India starting in Durban on February 1.

South Africa are sweating over the fitness of their two frontline spinners Keshav Maharaj and Tabraiz Shamsi ahead of the second Test against Pakistan that starts in Rawalpindi on Thursday. Maharaj had a scan on a rib injury this week, while Tabraiz Shamsi missed the first Test with back pain and is still touch-and-go, coach Mark Boucher said.

Left-arm spinner Tabraiz Shamsi grabbed four wickets as South Africa bowled out Pakistan for 270 in their World Cup match in Chennai on Friday.

Pakistan have had a tough run, losing their last three matches following their initial two wins. Meanwhile, South Africa are in a strong position with four wins in five games. For South Africa, captain Temba Bavuma returned to the lineup after missing the last two games due to a gastric problem.

South Africa on Tuesday handed rookie right-handed batter Tristan Stubbs a maiden call-up, while Wayne Parnell made a comeback after five years for the upcoming five-match T20 tour of India starting June 9.

Joburg Super Kings aim to progress further in the SA20 playoffs under Faf du Plessis. They have strengthened their squad with key signings including Jonny Bairstow, Devon Conway, and Matheesha Pathirana. Despite bowling injuries, a strong batting lineup is expected to support their campaign.

India captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup match on Sunday. In the only change to the India XI, Deepak Hooda came in place of Axar Patel. Lungi Ngidi replaced Tabraiz Shamsi in the South African team.

South Africa will be without a number of key players for their three one-day internationals in Sri Lanka next month, but expect their big guns to return for the Twenty20 series that follows as they build towards the World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in the 42nd match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Afghanistan retained their playing XI from the last match against Australia while South Africa made two changes, bringing in Andile Phehlukwayo and Gerald Coetzee. Shahidi mentioned that they wanted to bat first due to the expected spin in the second innings. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma expressed the desire to chase and mentioned that the pitch might skid on later. This match also marks Kagiso Rabada's 100th ODI.

Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, expressed disappointment after his team's narrow defeat against South Africa in the ODI World Cup 2023. Azam praised the team's efforts but admitted they fell short. He specifically mentioned a DRS incident that went in favor of the Proteas. Pakistan had posted a competitive total of 270 runs, with contributions from Azam, Saud Shakeel, and Shadab Khan.

Openers Alex Hales (46 off 39) and Phil Salt (35 off 24) made light work of the run-chase, blazing to the target with four balls to spare here on Thursday. Chasing 166, Salt and Hales set up a partnership of 61 runs in 44 balls.

India's captain, Rohit Sharma, won the toss and elected to bat against South Africa in the 37th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The pitch was described as slow with minimal bounce, requiring the batsmen to adjust. India aimed to secure their eighth win in eight games and maintain their position at the top of the table. South Africa aimed to improve their batting performance and chase down the target set by India.

South Africa have announced their T20 World Cup squad, led by Aiden Markram. Heinrich Klaasen and Gerald Coetzee are notable inclusions in the 15-member squad, which blends experience and youth. With a strong bowling attack and seasoned batsmen, including Quinton de Kock and David Miller, South Africa aim for a deep run in the tournament, eying their maiden T20 World Cup title.

Tabraiz Shamsi's 4/19 helped South Africa narrowly defeat Nepal by one run in the T20 World Cup 2024. Shamsi's performance earned him Player of the Match. South Africa aimed to win all group matches, finishing atop Group D with four wins. Nepal, despite a strong chase, fell short, ending fourth with one point.

South Africa, led by Aiden Markram, known as the 'new Proteas,' remains unbeaten in the T20 World Cup, securing a spot in the semifinals with resilient performances.

South Africa's bowling attack showcased their strength in their match against Pakistan, with chinaman bowler Tabraiz Shamsi standing out. Shamsi, who played sparingly in previous matches, proved effective with his accurate bowling, taking four wickets. While he has shown vulnerability when attacked early in his spell, Shamsi's performance on helpful conditions makes him a valuable option for South Africa. With a strong batting lineup and a disciplined bowling attack, South Africa is poised to make a serious bid for the World Cup.

South Africa spinner Tabraiz Shamsi on Monday said that he has never experienced racism personally, and respecting the views of everyone was his key takeout from the recent culture camp held in Skukuza.

South Africa have named three front-line spinners in their squad for the Twenty20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates and Oman but left out opening batsman Janneman Malan.

Royals Sports Group-owned franchise Paarl Royals on Thursday revealed a squad of 15 retained players for the 2024 edition of South Africa’s explosive T20 league - SA20.

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and chose to bat against Australia in the World Cup semifinal. Both teams made two changes to their line-ups. South Africa brought in Tabraiz Shamsi and Marco Jansen, while Australia replaced Marcus Stoinis and Sean Abbott with Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Starc. Former Aussie opener Matthew Hayden predicted that spinners would have an advantage on the pitch. The winner of this match will face India in the final on Sunday.

The Gulf Giants have strategically revamped their squad for ILT20 2026, aiming to reclaim their championship title after a fifth-place finish in 2025. Key auction signings like Liam Dawson, Tabraiz Shamsi, and Fred Klaassen bolster a balanced roster featuring international stars, emerging talent, and experienced campaigners, making them formidable contenders for the upcoming season.

South Africa's left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi feels that T20 is a batsmen's format in which bowlers like him are there to "spoil the party", which the fans come for.