Nationality: South Africa
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Date of Birth: 1996-05-09 Age: 28
Siyabonga Mahima's cricketing odyssey began in the sun-drenched streets of Durban, where his love affair with the game was kindled. Born on 9th May 1996, Siyabonga spent his formative years weaving dreams of cricketing stardom. A precocious talent, he made his presence felt early on, bamboozling local batsmen with his tantalising legbreaks. This flair and guile caught the attention of talent scouts, propelling him into local leagues where his artistry on the field began to blossom.
His professional debut came at the energy-charged atmosphere of the Kingsmead Stadium, a day destined to be his stepping stone into the limelight. His maiden spell was nothing short of mesmerising, showcasing an uncanny ability to deceive batsmen with flight and turn. Siyabonga established himself as a standout bowler, his left-arm batting style serving as a formidable asset lower down the order.
One of his career highlights occurred during the national championship where he dismantled the opposition’s middle order in a spell hailed as a masterclass of leg-spin bowling. This performance not only etched his name into the annals of cricket but also laid the groundwork for inclusion in the national squad. Over the years, Siyabonga accumulated a dossier of impeccable records, contributing crucial match-winning performances and steadily climbing the ranks of the game’s finest bowlers.
Siyabonga’s playing style is as much about artistry as it is about precision. His legbreak deliveries, celebrated for their deceptive loop and sudden bite off the pitch, make him a nightmare for batsmen who find themselves ensnared by his tactical nous and skillful variations. Though batting wasn't his primary forte, his left-handed technique allowed him to wield the bat with a tenacity that frequently buoyed his team out of tricky situations.
Rivalries always add spice to a player's journey, and for Siyabonga, the encounters against the formidable Johannesburg Titans were legendary. These clashes, intense and nerve-wracking, saw him at his competitive best, often resulting in defining moments that left spectators and pundits in awe.
Siyabonga Mahima's journey is a testament to the power of talent, dedication, and the undying love for cricket. His impact resonates not only in his statistics or records but in the hearts of those who witnessed his wizardry on the cricket field.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 10.00 | 16 | 62.50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 18 | 7 | 2 | 20 | 9 | 2.86 | 23 | 86.96 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| List A | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 10.00 | 16 | 62.50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 2 | 2 | 2 | 60 | 15.2 | 30.00 | 3.95 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 673 | 96 | 25.88 | 7.01 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 2 | 2 | 2 | 60 | 15.2 | 30.00 | 3.95 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2024-10-16
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