after a season in the second team, saker was used frequently in the first team in 2005 although twelve of his thirteen appearances came in the one-day format. he was given more first-class opportunities in 2006 and 2007 playing a total of 15 matches, taking 29 wickets at an average of 45.03. after playing a single one-day match in 2008 he was released at the end of the season.