47-Year-Old Imran Tahir Becomes Oldest Player To Pick T20 Five-Wicket Haul, Achieves Feat During CPL 2026 Match

In a remarkable display of age-defying prowess, South African legend Imran Tahir etched his name into the record books on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, becoming the oldest player to take a five-wicket haul in the history of Twenty20 cricket. The 47-year-old captain of the Guyana Amazon Warriors delivered a match-winning performance, claiming figures of 5/17 against the Saint Lucia Kings in a crucial Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 league stage encounter at the Providence Stadium. CPL 2026: Ball-Boy's Splendid One-Handed Catch Near Boundary-Line Goes Viral.

Oldest Player to Take 5-Fer in T20s

Tahir's sensational spell dismantled the Kings' batting line-up, restricting them to a modest total and setting the stage for the Warriors' hard-fought four-wicket victory. The performance, coming at 47 years and 166 days old, surpasses the previous record held by Cook Islands' Tomakanute Ritawa, who achieved his five-for at 46 years and 299 days in 2022.

Tahir's Masterclass Unravels Kings

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, the Saint Lucia Kings initially showed promise, but Tahir's introduction into the attack dramatically shifted the momentum. Operating with his characteristic energy and deceptive googlies, the leg-spinner proved unplayable, ripping through the middle and lower order. His wickets included the Kings' top-scorer Kamil Pooran, trapped lbw for 43, followed by the dismissal of captain Roston Chase. Tahir continued his rampage by bowling Mackenzie Clarke and Matthew Forde, before completing his historic five-wicket haul by trapping Joshua Bishop lbw.

The Kings were eventually bowled out for 119 in 18.5 overs, largely thanks to Tahir's economical and incisive bowling.

Guyana Amazon Warriors Seal Important Win

Chasing 120 for victory, the Guyana Amazon Warriors faced some anxious moments but ultimately reached their target, scoring 122/6 with eight balls to spare. Quentin Sampson’s late-overs blitz also played a vital role in securing the four-wicket win for the Warriors, propelling them to the top of the CPL standings.

Imran Tahir's contribution was not just about the wickets; his economy rate of 4.25 in such a high-stakes T20 encounter underscored his enduring class and strategic importance to the Warriors. Dasun Shanaka Slams Fastest-Ever Hundred in CPL History, Achieves Feat During SNP vs SLK Match.

CPL 2026 at a Glance

The 2026 edition of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League, featuring seven teams for the first time, commenced on August 7 and is scheduled to conclude with the final on September 20.

Tahir's incredible achievement serves as a testament to his unparalleled dedication and passion for the game, proving that experience and skill can truly defy the conventions of age in modern T20 cricket. His leadership and bowling prowess will be vital as the Guyana Amazon Warriors push for CPL 2026 glory.

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