Top 5 wrist spinners in the world right now

#1 Imran Tahir

Imran Tahir has delivered consistently for South Africa

One of the best spinners of his generation, Imran Tahir's rise to the top has been a ride filled with determination, passion, and enthusiasm. Born in Pakistan, where he failed to make his mark, Tahir shifted to South Africa hoping for opportunities, a decision which has paid dividends.

It was his immaculate control and guile with the ball that propelled him to the pinnacle of the bowling charts in the two shorter formats of the game. Probably South Africa's best ever spinner, Tahir quickly established himself as their frontline spinner after his debut in 2011 and has gone from strength to strength with his bowling.

With his spectacular bowling and trademark celebratory sprint across the pitch, Tahir is an entertainer on the pitch. Even at the age of 38, he is in excellent physical shape and South Africa have an excellent bowling option for the next few years at least.