South Africa pacer Dale Steyn roped in by Hampshire

Dale Steyn has arguably been one of the most destructive fast bowlers, the world has ever seen. However, the speedster has encountered some major roadblocks in his career owing to fitness and inconsistent form. Since 2015, the South African pacer has played four ODIs and as many T20Is for the national team.

Nevertheless, despite the hurdles, the Phalaborwa-born cricketer hasn’t run out of steam and is eying a comeback to the Proteas squad for their upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka in June. Meanwhile, he also expressed his desire to play first-class cricket in England. Most recently, he got his wishes fulfilled and has been drafted in by Hampshire for the upcoming county season as per reports in ageasbowl.com.

Elation for Hampshire over Steyn’s contract

The c34-year old pacer will be joining the franchise ahead of the Test series against the Islanders and will be back for the final weeks of the 2018 season. He will be training at the Ageas Bowl, the venue of the Hampshire club in Southampton. Meanwhile, Giles White, the director of Hampshire cricket, is jubilated over their latest overseas signing.

“Dale is one of the best bowlers in the world and is extremely motivated to get going after a frustrating period on the sidelines. It seems a great fit for both parties – we hope that we can help him get back to his best and we look forward to welcoming him to Hampshire” White mentioned while heaping praises on the 34-old seamer.

Dale Steyn recently made a comeback into Test cricket after a year during South Africa’s opening Test match against India at the Newlands in Cape Town. However, he suffered a heel injury which ruled him out of the entire tour. Nevertheless, it’s heartening to see the right-arm pacer straining every muscle to represent the South African team.

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