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‘Marco Jansen Still Has A Lot Ahead Of Him To Achieve’: Kallis Backs Proteas All-rounder Despite Modest IPL Season
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: South African great Jacques Kallis threw his support behind fellow Proteas all-rounder Marco Jansen, insisting the 26-year-old’s best years are still ahead of him despite a relatively quiet IPL 2026 campaign.
Jansen, who played for Punjab Kings in the recent season, took nine wickets in 13 matches and had an economy rate of 10.20. Though those numbers did not meet expectations, Kallis believes competing in different leagues and conditions is shaping the left-arm pace-bowling all-rounder into a more complete cricketer.
In an interview with SA20, Kallis remarked, “I think he still has a lot ahead of him that he can achieve if he really puts his mind to it.” He is learning his game. It takes time to understand your style while playing in various leagues, in diverse conditions, in front of large crowds, and under pressure.
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