Full Name: Tabraiz Shamsi Date of Birth: February 18, 1990 Birthplace: Johannesburg, South Africa Role: Left-Arm Wrist Spinner | T20 Specialist | X-Factor Bowler Tabraiz Shamsi is a vibrant, expressive, and fiery wrist-spinner who brought flair and unpredictability to South Africa’s bowling attack. Known for his theatrical celebrations, creative variations, and attacking mindset, Shamsi redefined the role of a spinner in Proteas cricket—a team traditionally dominated by pacers. Born in Johannesburg, Shamsi didn't follow the conventional South African fast-bowler pipeline. He started out as a seam bowler in his youth but switched to left-arm wrist spin during high school—a decision that changed his career forever. It wasn’t an easy road; South African pitches and systems weren’t naturally welcoming to wrist spinners, and Shamsi had to spend years in the domestic circuit proving his worth. His breakthrough came in 2016, when he made his international debut during a tri-series in the Caribbean. From there, he slowly cemented his spot as South Africa’s go-to spin option in white-ball cricket. With a sharp googly, quick arm action, and fearless approach, Shamsi consistently troubled top batters across the world. Career highlights include: - Over 70 wickets in T20Is, one of South Africa’s all-time leading T20 wicket-takers - Best T20I bowling figures of 5/24 - Multiple match-winning performances in ODIs and T20 World Cups - Played a vital role for Titans in domestic cricket and starred in global leagues like CPL, The Hundred, and SA20 - Known for flamboyant wicket celebrations, including his iconic “shoe” celebration What sets Shamsi apart isn’t just his skill—it’s his personality. He brings life to the field with his passion and showmanship. Whether he's celebrating wildly or spinning a web with his variations, he wears his heart on his sleeve. He’s vocal about embracing individuality in cricket and often credits mentors like Imran Tahir for guiding his journey. Off the field, Tabraiz is humble, thoughtful, and deeply respectful of the game. He’s often seen engaging with fans, using his social media to speak candidly, and spreading positivity about South African cricket. With jersey number 90, Tabraiz Shamsi is more than a spinner—he’s a performer, a trailblazer, and a symbol of how unorthodox brilliance can thrive when backed with passion and persistence.