Bring Back Immy!

Sad news for Tahir. He will be rested following the occurrence of an injury, but may return in time for the knock out stages. He is set to miss South Africa’s final 3 fixtures from Group B which included an all important clash against India on Saturday. The leggie stole the headlines with 11 scalps in his first 3 international appearances at an average of just 8.9. Also, touched the record for the most wickets in his first 3 international appearances. He had a very good shout of seriously challenging the leader board for the top wicket taker in this WC with the outstanding dream like start but this injury will inevitably change things. We wish Tahir a speedy recovery and hope to see him back and weaving his magic. He was a star attraction which made great viewing.

You had to adore his enthusiasm, skills and overly jubilant comical celebrations. You could see how much each dismissal means to him. He is a guy who is hungry for success and thoroughly enjoying his time in the South African outfit.

Having won 3 out of 4 fixtures with matches against Ireland and Bangladesh to play, South Africa are on track for a successful tournament.

Broad Takes 4 As England Defeat South Africa

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Great match and an intriguing contest. England pulled that one out of the bag when they seemed totally up against it. A low scoring thriller from Chennai. Group B is turning out to be fascinating and there is plenty to play for. Once more England are in action in the tournament and there is eventful high class drama and truly "edge of the seat stuff." They narrowly win by 6 runs to claim their second victory in their pool table with 2 to play in due course against Bangladesh and West Indies.

Strauss's captaincy was excellent. He rotated the bowlers intelligently and showed character and belief to fight right to the very end. It's not over until the fat lady sings and there were many twists and turns on the slow surface.



Wicket Takers Leader Board

Pakistani born Imran Tahir can give Afridi some serious competition in the race for the leading wicket taker in this 2011 CWC. Great to see some top quality leg spinning performances. A masterful art. Tahir has captured 11 scalps in 3 matches whereas Afridi has captured 14 in 3 matches.

Imran Tahir Has a Dream Debut!

Imran Tahir Selected For South Africa

Imran Tahir is pictured below

Pakistani born Imran Tahir has been included in the SA Squad for the forthcoming World Cup.

SA certainly have a mouth watering attacking spin option up their sleeves now with his inclusion and presence. Something they have always lacked and dreamt of having in their armouries.

He thoroughly well deserves his selection and opportunity. A proud moment for him and his family.

Best wishes to him. Probably one of the greatest bowler Pakistan produced that unfortunately did not get to play for them for various reasons which included having so many world class spinners at the time such as Saqlain, Mushtaq Ahmed & Danish Kaneria. Additionally, one has to feel for him as the selectors did not take enough noteworthiness of his statistics and ability when he was available for selection and lived in Lahore. Moreover, he married a South African women and upon her recommendations settled in South Africa and played his cricket there at the domestic level with overwhelming success over a number of seasons.

I have been extremely impressed by the cunning spinner each and every time I have had the pleasure to see him bowl in County Cricket fixtures, big or small. He has many lethal variations with the ability to bamboozle many a batsmen. He has been highly praised and rated by legendary artists like Warne and Qadir. This just goes to show, how effective and exciting he is. Additionally, he can be a useful lower order batsmen and add some contributions in the batting department as well.