#4 Imran Tahir
The value of a quality leg spinner in an ODI cannot be taken for granted. The ability to pick up wickets in the middle overs and also keep a check on the scoreboard was the role Imran Tahir played to perfection in the Champions Trophy.
His tally of five wickets in three matches might not seem like much but he performed his role brilliantly. In the opening game against Pakistan, he was responsible for the turnaround that resulted in the conclusion of a well-set pair and a collapse that eventually got South Africa the game. His economy rate of 4.32 is also staggering considering the fact that he is a leg spinner and that only further strengthens his credentials as the No. 2 ranked ODI bowler in the world.
Unfortunately, the 38-year-old will play no part in the semi-finals as the Proteas were knocked out by India.
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