CRICKET NEWS - Imran Tahir has confirmed the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup will be his final appearance for South Africa in one-day international (ODI) cricket. Tahir is currently contracted to Cricket South Africa (CSA) until 31 July, and will re-assess his freelance future following the tournament.
The 39-year-old says he would still like to play T20 International cricket for the Proteas ahead of the 2020 ICC T20 World Cup in Australia, but would like to open up more opportunities for other fledging spinners in the country in the 50-over format.
“I have always wanted to play in the World Cup,” he said. “It would be a great achievement for me to play for this great team. I have a mutual understanding with Cricket South Africa and going forward I decided that I would finish at the World Cup, that is why I am contracted until then.
“After that, Cricket South Africa has allowed me to go and play around the world in various leagues but I would also love to play T20 cricket for South Africa. I think I have the ability and can play a role in T20 cricket for South Africa. I am grateful for the opportunity.
