Simon Harmer - Second coming in Test cricket
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At 36, Proteas spinner Simon Harmer is not just back in the mix after a long hiatus from Test cricket - he is the main man. His return to the international arena has been nothing short of sensational, igniting the Test squad and delivering unprecedented results.
Ten years on from his initial Proteas debut, Harmer is now the talk of the town. While the official rankings place Keshav Maharaj at 17th and Harmer at 24th, it is easy to argue that, on current form, Harmer is staking a serious claim as the world’s leading spinner.
Harmer, however, remains grounded, stating that while personal form is satisfying, their recent success boils down to a fundamental team effort. That collective spirit, he suggests, is the secret sauce that has seen the Proteas crowned as World Test Champions earlier in the year.
Ten years on from his initial Proteas debut, Harmer is now the talk of the town. While the official rankings place Keshav Maharaj at 17th and Harmer at 24th, it is easy to argue that, on current form, Harmer is staking a serious claim as the world’s leading spinner.
Harmer, however, remains grounded, stating that while personal form is satisfying, their recent success boils down to a fundamental team effort. That collective spirit, he suggests, is the secret sauce that has seen the Proteas crowned as World Test Champions earlier in the year.
