Imran Tahir

Imran Tahir

South Africa

Player Overview

24-February-2011 International Debut
Bowler Specialization
27 March 1979 Date of Birth
Joburg Super Kings Teams

About Player

Imran Tahir is one of the most influential spin bowlers in modern cricket, renowned for energy, longevity, and match-winning impact. Born on March 27, 1979, Tahir redefined spin bowling for South Africa in a pace-dominated era, excelling across Tests, ODIs, and T20s.

A global T20 icon, he enjoyed legendary success with Chennai Super Kings, including a Purple Cap-winning IPL 2019 season, and later returned to South African cricket with Joburg Super Kings. Even at 46, Tahir remains a competitive force, valued for his control, wicket-taking ability, and leadership, bringing experience, intensity, and a winning mentality wherever he plays.

Imran Tahir CSK stats

Season Matches Balls Bowled Wickets Average Economy Strike Rate Best Figures 4W+ Hauls
2018 6 124 6 31.33 9.09 20.66 2/34 0
2019 17 386 26 16.57 6.69 14.8 4/12 2
2020 3 66 1 76.00 6.90 66.00 1/24 0
2021 1 24 2 16.0 8.00 12.0 1/16 0
Total 27 600 35 20.31 7.11 17.14 4/12 2

Imran Tahir JSK Stats

Season Matches  Balls Bowled Innings Wickets Average Economy Strike Rate Best Figures 5W Hauls
2024 11 186 8 9 26.22 7.61 186 2/13 0
2025 9 186 9 7 27.29 6.16 186 2/21 0
Total 20 372 17 16 26.69 6.89 23.25 2/21 0