Shamsi, who has played only four games in this World Cup, averages less than 10 and has struck at 7.5, which is the best among all bowlers
SA chased down the target of 212 with 45 balls to spare with opener Tony de Zorzi remaining not out on 119. His opening partner Reeza Hendricks contributed 52 as SA reached 215 for 2 in 42.3 overs.
Kagiso Rabada came in the South Africa Playing 11 for Tabraiz Shamsi. Meanwhile, Tim Southee replaced Lockie Ferguson in New Zealand Playing 11.
While speaking at the post-match presentation, Shamsi gave all the credit to his teammates for doing their job
Pakistan vs South Africa Highlights, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: In the first thriller of the World Cup, Proteas defeated Babar Azam led Pakistan by 1 wicket and moved to number one in points table
IND vs SA 1 st T20I Preview: Calling the Proteas side mighty comes from the fact that they are playing their full strength squad and are not missing out on any key member due to injury and otherwise.
India vs South Africa Preview: In the final match of the T20I series which hangs in balance at 2-2 will be a mouthwatering clash as both the teams will fancy their chances at a batting-friendly pitch
Chasing 143 for victory, South Africa reached the target with one ball to spare after Wanindu Hasaranga picked up a hat-trick to bring Sri Lanka back into the game. Check SA vs SL full scorecard
Rassie van der Dussen (43 not out), Aiden Markram (51 not out) and Reeza Hendricks (39) played match-winning knocks as West Indies bowlers looked on helplessly.
Some extraordinary performances in the last couple of years have seen South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi's stock rise, the 31-year-old is certainly at the peak of his career.
Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday roped in South Africa's left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi for the remainder of IPL scheduled to be held in the UAE from September 19.
The match is played between three teams of eight players each, and all the action happens in 36 overs which means every team get 12 overs to bat. Check South Africa's 3TC rules, squads, live telecast
South Africa vs Australia 3rd T20 match will be telecast live on Sony Six and Sony Six HD with English commentary from 9:30 pm IST