Keshav Maharaj Becomes South Africa's Leading Test Spinner

Keshav Maharaj has made history by becoming South Africa's most successful spinner in Test cricket, achieving 171 wickets and surpassing the previous record held by Hugh Tayfield. In the recently concluded two-match series against West Indies, Maharaj took a total of 13 wickets, earning the Player of the Series award, and played a crucial role in securing a 40-run victory in the second Test. His impressive performance included figures of 5 for 45 in the second innings, leading to the West Indies' dismissal for 222 runs. This victory also clinched the series for South Africa, who now maintain their hopes of reaching the World Test Championship final. Maharaj, who made his debut in 2016, has solidified his place in South African cricket with his consistent performances, particularly against the West Indies where he has claimed 25 wickets in five matches.