The South African spin bowler, recently responded to a fan's comment on social media. The fan had questioned his involvement in the upcoming series against Pakistan.
Tabraiz Shamsi, the South African spin bowler, recently responded to a fan’s comment on social media. The fan had questioned his involvement in the upcoming series against Pakistan. This came after a statement from Enoch Nkwe, South Africa’s director of cricket.
Nkwe confirmed that Shamsi, along with Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, remained committed to playing for South Africa. He also mentioned that they would be considered for future ICC events.
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A fan responded on X, suggesting it was time to move on from these players. The fan claimed they had chosen not to represent the country anymore and argued that South African cricket should stop following them.
“Maybe get your facts right before you start spreading hate. The tweet literally says we are FULLY COMMITTED to playing for South Africa. Just waiting for our chance when we are asked to play so we can try our best. I’m not sure whats so difficult to understand about that,” Shamsi Replied.
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The fan, however, argued that if someone were truly fully committed, their participation would be automatic, implying that a committed player wouldn’t need to make a public statement about it.
“A fully committed person would not even have to make that decision because it would be obvious that he will play if they were “fully committed.”
In response, Shamsi clarified that a player’s selection is not something they can control. He explained that being part of the national team involves a process. Decisions are made by the selectors, not the players themselves. He emphasized that the national team operates with careful planning and intelligent decision-making. Players can’t simply choose when to play based on personal desires.
“A ‘fully committed player’ doesnt selected himself to play for the country. This is the national team not my father’s team where I can just walk in and say Im playing today or no Im not playing today. There are plans in place and intelligent people making the necessary decisions,” Shamsi tweeted.
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