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SA's Ismail reverses retirement for T20 World Cup
TL;DR
Shabnim Ismail has come out of retirement to join South Africa's squad for the T20 World Cup in England. At 37, she is the country's all-time leading wicket-taker in T20s.
Key points
- Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement
- Included in South Africa's squad for T20 World Cup
- Ismail is the all-time top wicket-taker for South Africa in T20s
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Shabnim Ismail has taken 123 wickets at an average of 18.62 [Getty Images]
South Africa fast bowler Shabnim Ismail has reversed her international retirement and is included in the Proteas' squad for this summer's T20 World Cup in England.
Ismail, 37, is one of the fastest bowlers in women's cricket and is her country's all-time top wicket-taker in the format despite making her last appearance more than three years ago.
She is joined in the squad by fellow opening bowler Marizanne Kapp, who has recovered from illness, while Dane van Niekerk, who has also come out of retirement in the past year, is included following a calf injury.
South Africa, who were runners-up at the past two Women's T20 World Cups, open their campaign against Australia on 13 June before facing Pakistan, India, the Netherlands and Bangladesh.
They recently enjoyed a 4-1 series win against ODI world champions India.
"Having someone like Shabnim back adds a lot of value to the group," said head coach Mandla Mashimbyi.
"We had good conversations and you could see the hunger she still has to represent South Africa and help this team achieve something special."
South Africa squad: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk.
Q&A
Why did Shabnim Ismail reverse her retirement for the T20 World Cup?
Shabnim Ismail reversed her retirement to contribute to the Proteas' squad for the T20 World Cup, where her experience and skills are needed.
What is Shabnim Ismail's record in T20 cricket?
Shabnim Ismail has taken 123 wickets in T20 cricket at an average of 18.62, making her South Africa's all-time top wicket-taker in the format.
Who else is included in South Africa's squad for the T20 World Cup?
Alongside Shabnim Ismail, Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk are also included in the squad, with Kapp recovering from illness and van Niekerk returning from a calf injury.
