Young Googlies- The Leg Spin Brigade

By Parin Shah

Updated - 13 Jun 2015, 17:21 IST

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2. Imran Tahir (South Africa):

Tahir is not a big turner of the ball, but he knows his strengths and weaknesses and bowls within the line of attack. (Photo Source: Getty Images)

Imran Tahir has emerged as the answer for South Africa’s long lasting problems in the spin department. He has not only played a supporting role in a much famed pace bowling attack but also managed to lead the attack with his wicket taking habits. Whenever there is some assistance from the pitch, especially in the shorter formats, his control and variations have proved lethal. Tahir’s attitude towards the game has been for everyone to see and his celebratory run after picking a wicket has been embraced by one and all. Besides possessing a very orthodox action he has the googly in his arsenal, making him a complete bowler.

MATCHES WKTS BBI AVE ECON SR 5W
TESTS 16 43 5/32 46.39 3.56 78.0 1
ODI 38 70 5/45 20.51 4.35 28.20 1
T20 16 25 4/21 14.68 6.22 14.10 0

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