Imran Tahir
Cricketer, World Cup participant
Born
March 27th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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Born in 1979, a cricketer represented South Africa in international cricket after initially playing for Pakistan. Made his One Day International (ODI) debut in 2011 and quickly established a reputation as a skilled leg-spinner. Achieved considerable success in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, contributing to South Africa's performance in the tournament. Also had a notable presence in various T20 leagues around the world, showcasing his talent in both domestic and international formats.
Participated in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup
Played for teams like Chennai Super Kings and Lahore Qalandars
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