South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi has all the makings of the BBL's latest cult hero, and don't be surprised if thousands of fans end up taking off their shoes to answer his call.
Shamsi made a stunning BBL debut for the Adelaide Strikers on Sunday night, snaring 3-30 at Optus Stadium in his team's 33-run loss.
The 35-year-old wasn't meant to link up with the Strikers until January 7, but they rushed him in early with the hope Perth would struggle against his spin.