Ismail is an elite athlete who will only be missed now that she’s gone
The prolific fast bowler and fierce competitor was a key figure in the rise of South African women’s cricket
04 May 2023 - 22:35
Shabnim Ismail was always there. She took the new ball. She bowled fast. She’d celebrate with fury and joy, but mostly fury. She’d give an opponent a send-off. ..
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