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Major League Cricket Schedule, Fixtures, Venues: Where to Buy Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 Tickets?

Major League Cricket Schedule is now live, and we bring you the latest information—Schedule, Fixtures, Tickets, Venues, and more! 

Let’s get right to it!

Where Will Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 be Played?

Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 will be played in the Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas & Church Street Park, North Carolina.

The tournament will be divided into 3 rounds. The first round (8 matches) and Playoff/Finals (4 matches) will be played at the Grand Prairie Stadium, while the second round (7 matches) will be played at Church Street Park.

How Many Matches Will be Played in Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023?

19 matches will be played in the inaugural Major League Cricket (MLC). 15 matches will be group matches while 4 matches will be playoffs & the championship final.

Each team will be 5 matches (round-robin format between the 6 teams).

Where Can I buy tickets for Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023?

You can purchase Major League Cricket tickets here.

Note: You may need to sign up for the Presale Ticket access on MLC’s website.

Major League Cricket Schedule – Round 1 Tickets

The first round of MLC 2023 will be played near Dallas, Texas. Here is the schedule and other important information.

  • Matches in Round 1 (7/13/2023-7/18/2023) can be purchased as a ‘Round 1 Pass’ package starting from $158.

Where is the Grand Prairie Stadium located?

  • The Grand Prairie Stadium is located at 1600 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, Texas.

Is parking available at Grand Prairie Stadium?

  • Parking is available for $20.

All times below for this location are in Central Daylight Time (CDT).

Major League Cricket 2023 – Round 1 Fixtures

1. Texas Super Kings vs LA Knight Riders, 13 July 2023

  • Day: Thursday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $30
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

2. MI New York vs SF Unicorns, 14 July 2023

  • Day: Friday
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $45 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

3. Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom, 14 July 2023

  • Day: Friday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $45 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

4. SF Unicorns vs Seattle Orcas, 15 July 2023

  • Day: Saturday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $30
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

5. Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom, 16 July 2023

  • Day: Sunday
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $45 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

6. LA Knight Riders & MI New York, 16 July 2023

  • Day: Sunday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $45 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

7. Texas Super Kings vs MI New York, 17 July 2023

  • Day: Monday
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $24
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

8. LA Knight Riders vs SF Unicorns, 18 July 2023

  • Day: Tuesday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $24
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

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  4. 85 Cricketers Who Left Their Countries and Moved to Play Cricket in the USA
  5. USA Cricket—The Complete Guide to Cricket in America (Updated 2023)
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Major League Cricket – Round 2 Tickets

After one day break, Round 2 of MLC 2023 will be held in North Carolina.

  • Matches in Round 2 (07/20/2023-07/25/2023) can be purchased as ‘Round 2 Pass’ package starting from $73.

Where is Church Street Park cricket stadium located?

  • The Church Streek Park cricket stadium is located at 5800 Cricket Pitch Way, Morrisville, North Carolina.

Is parking available at Church Street Park?

  • Free parking is available nearby (offsite with an option of free shuttle to the stadium).

All times for this location below are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Major League Cricket 2023 – Round 2 Fixtures

9. Washington Freedom vs LA Knight Riders, 20 July 2023

  • Day: Thursday
  • Time: 5:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $15
  • Venue: Church Street Park

10. Seattle Orcas vs Texas Super Kings, 21 July 2023

  • Day: Friday
  • Time: 5:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $15
  • Venue: Church Street Park

11. Washington Freedom vs SF Unicorns, 22 July 2023

  • Day: Saturday
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $15
  • Venue: Church Street Park

12. LA Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas, 23 July 2023

  • Day: Sunday
  • Time: 1:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $23 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Church Street Park

13. MI New York vs Washington Freedom, 23 July 2023

  • Day: Saturday
  • Time: 5:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $23 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Church Street Park

14. SF Unicorns vs Texas Super Kings, 24 July 2023

  • Day: Monday
  • Time: 5:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $12
  • Venue: Church Street Park

15. MI New York vs Seattle Orcas, 25 July 2023

  • Day: Tuesday
  • Time: 5:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $12
  • Venue: Church Street Park

Major League Cricket Round 3 – The Playoffs & Championship

  • Matches in Round 3 (Playoffs & Championship) of Major League Cricket 2023 can be purchased together as a ‘Playoffs & Championship Pass’ package starting from $106.

Major League Cricket 2023 – Round 3 Fixtures

16. Eliminator, 27 July 2023

  • Day: Thursday
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $51 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

17. Qualifier, 27 July 2023

  • Day: Thursday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $51 (for both the double-header games)
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

18. Challenger, 28 July 2023

  • Day: Friday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $36
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

The Loser of the Qualifier will play the Winner of the Eliminator in this match.

Major League Cricket 2023 – The Finals

19. Championship, 30 July 2023

  • Day: Sunday
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Ticket Price (starting from): $45
  • Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium

Major League Cricket Schedule – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many matches will be played in Major League Cricket 2023 in the USA?

19 matches will be played in Major League Cricket 2023.

Which cricket stadiums will host MLC 2023?

The Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas and Church Street Park cricket stadium in North Carolina will host Major League Cricket 2023.

How many matches will each team play in Major League Cricket?

Major League Cricket will be played in a round-robin format with each team playing 5 matches each.

How much do Major League Cricket tickets cost?

Major League Tickets cost as low as $12 and range to as high as $200 for multiple-match packages.

© Copyright @Nitesh Mathur and Broken Cricket Dreams, LLC 2023. Originally published on 06/12/2023. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Broken Cricket Dreams with appropriate and specific direction to the original content (i.e. linked to the exact post/article).

Major League Cricket Teams (Complete Guide): List of Players, MLC Draft, Squads, Stadiums, and More!

What are the names of Major League Cricket teams? Who are the owners of MLC teams in the USA? Which IPL teams are the Major League Cricket teams affiliated with?

We will answer all of these burning questions for you today.

Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington Freedom are the six teams that will compete in the three-week Major League Cricket (MLC) T20 tournament to be held in Dallas, Texas, USA in July 2023.

Key Takeaways

  • The average age of Major League Cricket players is 29.
  • From the 54 domestic players in the MLC draft, 19 players were from Indian origin (2 born in USA, 17 born in India), 12 are from South Africa, 11 from Pakistan, 3 Australia, 3 Sri Lanka, 2 USA, 2 West Indies, 1 New Zealand, 1 England, and 1 UAE.
  • 4 Major League Cricket teams are affiliated with IPL teams (LA Knight Riders, MI New York, Seattle Orcas (with Delhi capitals), and Texas Super Kings.
  • 2 Major League Cricket teams are partnered with Australian domestic sides (San Francisco Unicorns – with Cricket Victoria, Washington DC Freedom – with New South Wales)

List of Major League Cricket Teams

1. Los Angeles Knight Riders

  • Home Ground: Orange County Stadium (planning stage)
  • IPL Franchise: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
  • Owners: Knight Riders Group

LA Knight Riders Complete Squad

  • Unmukt Chand, Ali Sheikh, Nitish Kumar, Corne Dry, Jaskaran Malhotra, Saif Badar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Bhaskar Yadram

LA Knight Riders Overseas Players

  • Jason Roy (England), Lockie Ferguson, Martin Guptill (New Zealand), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (West Indies), Rilee Rossouw (South Africa), Adam Zampa (Australia)
  • Wildcard: Gajanand Singh

Coaches

Coaches: Phil Simmons (Head Coach), Ryan Ten Doeschate (Assistant Coach), Bharat Arun (Bowling Coach)

Support Staff: Sagar VM (Strength & Conditioning), Prasanth Panchada (Physio), Ruel Rigsby (Physio), AR Srikkanth (Analyst), Wayne Bentley (Team Manager)

2. MI New York

  • Home Ground: New York Oval – New York, Marine Park – Brooklyn, Spring Creek Park – Queens, Aqueduct Racetrack – Queens (shortlisted – planning stage)
  • IPL Franchise: Mumbai Indians (MI)
  • Owners: Indiawin Sports Private Limited (under Reliance)

MINY Complete Squad

  • Steven Taylor, Hammad Azam, Ehsan Adil, Nosthush Kenjige, Monank Patel, Sarbjeet Ladda, Shayan Jahangir, Kyle Phillip, Saideep Ganesh
  • Wildcard: Jasdeep Singh

MINY Overseas Players

  • Kieron Pollard, Nicholas Pooran (West Indies), Rashid Khan (Afghanistan), Tim David, Jason Behrendorff (Australia), Dewald Brevis, Kagiso Rabada (South Africa), David Wiese (Namibia), Trent Boult (New Zealand)

Coaches

Coaches: Robin Peterson (Head Coach), Lasith Malinga (Bowling Coach), James Pamment (Fielding Coach), J Arun Kumar (Batting Coach)

Support Staff: Pratik Kadam (Strength & Conditioning Coach), Amit Shah (Sports Massage Therapist), Murtaza Hussain (Assistant Fielding Coach), Jason Pilgrim (Physiotherapist), Rushi Shahiwala (Assistant Physiotherapist), L Varun (Data Performance Manager)

3. San Francisco Unicorns

  • Home Ground: Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Stadium – San Jose, California (planning stage)
  • IPL Franchise: None (affilated with Cricket Victoria, Australia)
  • Owners: Anand Rajaraman, Venky Harinarayan

SF Unicorns Complete Unicorns Squad

  • Corey Anderson, Liam Plunkett, Tajinder Singh, Chaitanya Bishnoi, Brody Couch, David White, Smit Patel, Sanjay Krishnmurthi, Carmi Le Roux
  • Wildcard: Amila Aponso

SF Unicorns Overseas Players

  • Aaron Finch*, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, Mackenzie Harvey (Australia), Lungi Ngidi (South Africa), Qais Ahmad (Afghanistan), Finn Allen (New Zealand), Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan (Pakistan)
  • Shane Watson (Coach)

*captain

4. Seattle Orcas

  • Home Ground: Marymoor Park – Redmond, Washington (planning stage)
  • IPL Franchise: Delhi Capitals
  • Owners: GMR (Grandhi Mallikarjuna Rao) Group, Jindal Sports West, Satya Nadella, Soma Somasegar, Samir Bodas, Ashok Krishnamurthi, Sanjay ParthasarthyOr

Orcas Complete Squad

  • Harmeet Singh, Shehan Jayasuriya, Shubham Ranjane, Cameron Gannon, Aaron Jones, Nauman Anwar, Phani Simhadri, Angelo Perera, Matthew Tromp
  • Wildcard: Nisarg Patel

Orcas Overseas Players

  • Sikandar Raza – withdrawn (Zimbabwe), Andrew Tye (Australia), Dasun Shanaka (Sri Lanka), Quinton de Kock, Wayne Parnell, Heinrich Klaasen, Dwaine Pretorius (South Africa) , Shimron Hetmyer (West Indies), Izharulhaq Naveed (Afghanistan)

Batting Coach: Ross Taylor, Bowling Coach: Johan Botha

5. Texas Super Kings

  • Home Ground: Grand Prairie Stadium – Dallas, Texas
  • IPL Franchise: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
  • Owners: Ross Perot Jr., CSK

TSK Complete Squad

  • Rusty Theron, Calvin Salvage, Lahiru Milantha, Milind Kumar, Sami Aslam, Cameron Stevenson, Cody Chetty, Zia Shahzad, Saiteja Mukkamalla
  • Wildcard: Mohammad Mohsin

TSK Overseas Players

  • Devon Conway, Mitchell Santner (New Zealand), Daniel Sams (Australia), Faf du Plessis*, David Miller, Gerald Coetzee (South Africa), Dwayne Bravo (West Indies), Ambati Rayudu (India)

Texas Super Kings Coaches

  • Coaches: Stephen Fleming (Head Coach), Eric Simons (Assistant Coach), Albie Morkel (Assistant Coach), Russell Radhakrishnan (Team Manager)
  • Support Staff: Gregory King (Strength & Conditioning), Lakshmi Narayanan (High Performance Analyst), Tommy Simsek (Physiotherapist)

6. Washington (DC) Freedom

  • Home Ground: George Mason University
  • IPL Franchise: None (Affiliated with Cricket New South Wales, Australia)
  • Owners: Sanjay Govill

DC Freedom Complete Squad

  • Andries Gous, Mukhtar Ahmed, Obus Pienaar, Saurabh Netravalkar, Saad Ali, Dane Piedt, Sujith Gowda, Justin Dill, Akhilesh Bodugum
  • Wildcard: Usman Rafiq

DC Freedom Overseas Players

  • Moises Henriques*, Ben Dwarshuis, Tanveer Sangha (Australia), Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen (South Africa), Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka), Glenn Phillips, Adam Milne (New Zealand)

*captain

Bowling Coach: Dale Steyn

For other articles for cricket in America and Major League Cricket (MLC), check out the following:

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  3. What is the Salary of a Major League Cricket player in the USA?
  4. 76 American Cricketers Who Left Their Countries and Moved to Play Cricket in the USA
  5. How Many Cricket Stadiums are there in the USA?
  6. USA Cricket—The Complete Guide to Cricket in America (Updated 2023)
  7. Avinash’s Club Cricket Journey in America: an Interview

Major League Cricket – MLC 2023 Draft: List of Players (As It Happened)

The nine rounds of draft picks are summarized below. Since most players are from foreign origin or have changed nationalities late in their careers, the country of origin and age is added to the name.

Note, a tenth ‘Wildcard’ pick will be determined from the 2023 Minor League Cricket season.

MLC Draft Round 1 ($75,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Harmeet SinghSeattle OrcasSeattle ThunderboltsIndia30
Andries GousWashington FreedomSeattle ThunderboltsSouth Africa29
Steven TaylorMI New YorkAtlanta FireUSA29
Corey AndersonSan Francisco UnicornsIrving MustangsNew Zealand32
Ali KhanLos Angeles Knight RidersHouston HurricanesPakistan32
Rusty TheronTexas Super KingsEast Bay BlazersSouth Africa37

MLC Draft Round 2 ($65,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Calvin SavageTexas Super KingsChicago TigersSouth Africa30
Unmukt ChandLos Angeles Knight RidersSilicon Valley StrikersIndia29
Liam PlunkettSan Francisco UnicornsThe PhiladelphiansEngland37
Hammad AzamMI New YorkGolden State GrizzliesPakistan32
Mukhtar AhmedWashington FreedomAtlanta FirePakistan30
Shehan JayasuriyaSeattle OrcasSilicon Valley StrikersSri Lanka31

MLC Draft Round 3 ($50,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Shubham RanjaneSeattle OrcasSeattle ThunderboltsIndia28
Obus PienaarWashington FreedomMorrisville RaptorsSouth Africa33
Ehsan AdilMI New YorkGolden State GrizzliesPakistan30
Tajinder SinghSan Francisco UnicornsKingsmenIndia30
Jaskaran MalhotraLos Angeles Knight RidersMorrisville RaptorsIndia33
Lahiru MilanthaTexas Super KingsMorrisville RaptorsSri Lanka28

MLC Draft Round 4 ($40,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Milind KumarTexas Super KingsThe PhiladelphiansIndia32
Nitish KumarLos Angeles Knight RidersLone Star AthleticsIndia28
Chaitanya BishnoiSan Francisco UnicornsKingsmen India28
Nosthush KenjigeMI New YorkIrving MustangsIndia (born in USA, family from India)32
Saurabh NetravalkarWashington FreedomSilicon Valley StrikersIndia31
Cameron GannonSeattle OrcasAustralia34

MLC Draft Round 5 ($35,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Aaron JonesSeattle OrcasAtlanta FireUSA28
Saad AliWashington FreedomMichigan Cricket StarsPakistan29
Monank PatelMI New YorkEmpire State TitansIndia29
Carmi Le RouxSan Francisco UnicornsEast Bay BlazersSouth Africa29
Corne DryLos Angeles Knight RidersAtlanta FireSouth Africa30
Sami AslamTexas Super KingsGolden State GrizzliesPakistan27

MLC Draft Round 6 ($25,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Cameron StevensonTexas Super KingsAustralia30
Ali SheikhLos Angeles Knight RidersIrving MustangsUSA (born in Doha)20
Brody CouchSan Francisco UnicornsAtlanta FireAustralia23
Sarbjeet Singh LaddaMI New YorkDC HawksIndia36
Dane PiedtWashington FreedomMorrisville RaptorsSouth Africa33
Nauman AnwarSeattle OrcasMichigan Cricket StarsPakistan27

MLC Draft Round 7 ($15,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Phani SimhadriSeattle OrcasSeattle ThunderboltsIndia31
Sujith GowdaWashington FreedomIrving MustangsIndia26
Shayan JahangirMI New YorkLone Star AthleticsPakistan31
David WhiteSan Francisco UnicornsEast Bay BlazersSouth Africa31
Saif BadarLos Angeles Knight RidersAtlanta FirePakistan24
Cody ChettyTexas Super KingsHollywood Master BlastersSouth Africa31

MLC Draft Round 8 ($10,000)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Zia ShahzadTexas Super KingsAtlanta FirePakistan26
Shadley Van SchalkwykLos Angeles Knight RidersSeattle ThunderboltsSouth Africa34
Smit PatelSan Francisco UnicornsManhattan YorkersIndia29
Usman Rafiq*MI New YorkHouston HurricanesPakistan34
Kyle PhillipMI New YorkAtlanta LightningWest Indies (Trinidad)26
Justin DillWashington FreedomSt. Louis AmericansSouth Africa28
Angelo PereraSeattle OrcasEast Bay BlazersSri Lanka33

*Usman Rafiq no longer shows up on MLC website but Kyle Phillip does (maybe Phillip is a replacement for Rafiq).

MLC Draft Round 9 ($2,500)

PlayerFranchiseMinor League TeamCountryAge
Matthew TrompSeattle OrcasHouston HurricanesSouth Africa18
Akhilesh BodugumWashington FreedomAtlanta FireIndia 22
Saideep GaneshMI New YorkGolden State GrizzliesIndia 22
Sanjay KrishnamurthiSan Francisco UnicornsEast Bay BlazersIndia 19
Bhaskar YadramLos Angeles Knight RidersManhattan YorkersWest Indies (Guyana)23
Saiteja MukkamallaTexas Super KingsNew Jersey StallionsUSA (Indian origin)18

Frequently Asked Questions – Major League Cricket Teams

How many teams will play in Major League Cricket 2023?

Six teams will play in Major League Cricket 2023 – Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington (DC) Freedom.

Where will Major League Cricket 2023 be held?

Major League Cricket 2023 will be held in Grand Prairie, Texas (near Dallas).

When will Major League Cricket 2023 be held?

Major League Cricket 2023 will be held between July 13-July 30th.

Sources: Coming to America: New South Wales signs deal with Major League Cricket, Owners of Mumbai Indians, CSK, Delhi Capitals to own teams in USA’s Major League Cricket, The Picks Are In! MLC 2023 Domestic Player Draft Recap – Major League Cricket

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What is the Salary of a Major League Cricket player in the USA?

Today we will discuss the salary of a Major League Cricket player in the USA.

When it comes to professional sports in America, we often think of baseball, basketball, and football as the top dogs.

But there’s a new player in town that’s been gaining international attention: Cricket. Major League Cricket has been making waves in the sports world, especially with the growing popularity of T20 cricket. However, there’s one question on every cricket fan’s mind: just how much do these players make?

MLC Cricketer Salary – By the Numbers

  • The average salary of a Major League Cricket player (MLC) is $60,526 (maximum 19 players in squad with a purse of $1.15 million).
  • The average salary for a domestic Major League cricketer is $39,375 ($315,000 purse for a total of 8 domestic players). The average salary for an overseas MLC cricketer is $92,200 ($830,000 for nine overseas slots).
  • About $320,000 from the $1.15 million will be spent on the ten domestic players. Hence, $830,000 is remaining in the purse of each team to sign the nine overseas players. Note, that this amount may be skewed. According to a Daily Mail report, Jason Roy has been offered 300,000 pounds ($372,000) on a 2-year contract ($186,000/year). This means that LA Knight Riders, who signed Jason Roy, will be left with about $644,000 for their remaining 8 overseas signing (for an average of $80,500 per overseas player).
  • Compared to other leagues, MLC ranks at #7 in the richest cricket leagues (according to average salaries).

Major League Cricket (MLC) – How Much Was Each Draft Pick?

The Major League Cricket (MLC) draft was held earlier this year in the NASA Space Center in Houston.

The draft picks ranged from $10,000 (8th round pick) to $75,000 (1st round pick). Rookies were drafted in the 9th round (reportedly around $2,500) and an additional tenth player will be picked for each team following the Minor League Cricket (MiLC) season preceding the MLC.

Draft PickSalary Amount
Round 1$75,000
Round 2$65,000
Round 3$50,000
Round 4$40,000
Round 5$35,000
Round 6$25,000
Round 7$15,000
Round 8$10,000

MLC 2023 Draft Picks – Salary of Major League Cricket Player

1. First Round Draft Pick ($75,000)

  • Harmeet Singh (Seattle Orcas), Andries Gous (Washington Freedom), Steven Taylor (MI New York), Corey Anderson (San Francisco Unicorns), Ali Khan (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Rusty Theron (Texas Super Kings)

2. Second Round Draft Pick ($65,000)

  • Shehan Jayasuriya (Seattle Orcas), Mukhtar Ahmed (Washington Freedom), Hammad Azam (MI New York), Liam Plunkett (San Francisco Unicorns), Unmukt Chand (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Calvin Salvage (Texas Super Kings)

3. Third Round Draft Pick ($50,000)

  • Shubham Ranjane (Seattle Orcas), Obus Pienaar (Washington Freedom), Ehsan Adil (MI New York), Tajinder Singh (San Francisco Unicorns), Jaskaran Malhotra (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Lahiru Milantha (Texas Super Kings)

4. Fourth Round Draft Pick ($40,000)

  • Cameron Gannon (Seattle Orcas), Saurabh Netravalkar (Washington Freedom), Nosthush Kenjige (MI New York), Chaitanya Bishnoi (San Francisco Unicorns), Nitish Kumar (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Milind Kumar (Texas Super Kings)

5. Fifth Round Draft Pick ($35,000)

  • Aaron Jones (Seattle Orcas), Saad Ali (Washington Freedom), Monank Patel (MI New York), Carmi Le Roux (San Francisco Unicorns), Corne Dry (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Sami Aslam (Texas Super Kings)

6. Sixth Round Draft Pick ($25,000)

  • Nauman Anwar (Seattle Orcas), Dane Piedt (Washington Freedom), Sarbjeet Singh Ladda (MI New York), Brody Couch (San Francisco Unicorns), Ali Sheikh (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Cameron Stevenson (Texas Super Kings)

7. Seventh Round Draft Pick ($15,000)

  • Phani Simhadri (Seattle Orcas), Sujith Gowda (Washington Freedom), Shayan Jahangir (MI New York), David White (San Francisco Unicorns), Saif Badar (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Cody Chetty (Texas Super Kings)

8. Eighth Round Draft Pick ($10,000)

  • Angelo Perera (Seattle Orcas), Justin Dill (Washington Freedom), Kyle Phillip (MI New York), Smit Patel (San Francisco Unicorns), Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Zia Shahzad (Texas Super Kings)

9. Ninth Round Draft Pick ($2,500)

  • Matthew Tromp (Seattle Orcas), Akhilesh Bodugum (Washington Freedom), Saideep Ganesh (MI New York), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (San Francisco Unicorns), Bhaskar Yadram (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Saiteja Mukkamalla (Texas Super Kings)

10. Overseas Signings ($60,000-$372,000)

The exact amounts for the overseas signings have not been disclosed yet. These are estimates based on reports and the purse allocated to each team.

  • Anrich Nortje, Wanindu Hasaranga, Marco Jansen, Glenn Phillips, Adam Milne (Washington Freedom)
  • Aaron Finch, Marcus Stoinis (San Francisco Unicorns)
  • Quinton de Kock, Wayne Parnell, Dasun Shanaka, Sikandar Raza (Seattle Orcas)

Also Read: 11 Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket (MLC) in USA: Aaron Finch, Quinton de Kock…Can You Guess the Rest?

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, Major League Cricket players in the USA will be making a decent amount of money from MLC, a league that lasts only three weeks.

The average salary for a professional cricketer in the league ranges from $25,000 to $75,000, with the top players earning considerably more. While it may not match the salary of some of the top athletes in America, it is impressive for a sport that’s still finding its footing in the country.

As a fan of the sport, it’s exciting to see the potential for growth and success in Major League Cricket, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for these talented athletes. With cricket’s popularity on the rise, it’s not a stretch to say that the league’s players could one day be just as well-compensated as their counterparts in football and baseball.

Sources: MLC 2023 Domestic Player Draft Recap – Major League Cricket, Harmeet Singh goes first in MLC Draft to Seattle Orcas Ali Khan and Unmukt Chand snapped by LA Knight Riders

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a Major League Cricket (MLC) player in the USA?

The average salary of a Major League Cricket (MLC) player is $60,526. Each MLC team has a purse of $1.15 million for 19 players total (10 domestic, 9 overseas).

Is Major League Cricket (MLC) the richest cricket league in the world?

No, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is the richest cricket league in the world. The MLC is the seventh richest cricket league in the world (based on average player salary).

How much money does Unmukt Chand earn in Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA?

Unmukt Chand was picked for $65,000 as he was a second-round pick for the LA Knight Riders in the MLC player draft.

Who was the most expensive player in the MLC draft?

Harmeet Singh, Andries Gous, Steven Taylor, Corey Anderson, Ali Khan, and Rusty Theron were the most expensive players. They each earned $75,000 as the first draft picks.

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51 Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket (MLC) in USA: Faf du Plessis, Andre Russell, Jason Roy, Aaron Finch, Quinton de Kock…Can You Guess the Rest?

Which overseas cricketers will play in Major League Cricket (MLC) to be held in the United States later this summer? Jason Roy, Faf du Plessis, Anrich Nortje, Aaron Finch, Quinton de Kock, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Sikandar Raza are some of the high-profile overseas players who will play in MLC.

The MLC draft held at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas started proceedings in March.

Creating a unique blend of talent and entertainment, Major League Cricket (MLC) in USA has signed up 11 overseas cricketers already. From Australia’s explosive captain Aaron Finch to South African wicket-keeper Quinton de Kock, MLC have added some major stars to their line-up.

With a total of 54 overseas spots open (6 teams, 9 overseas slots per squad), more such high-profile signings are just around the corner.

Key Takeaways

  • 13 cricketers from South Africa, 12 from Australia, 8 from New Zealand, 7 from West Indies, 3 from Afghanistan, 2 from Pakistan, 2 from West Indies, 1 from England, 1 from India, 1 from Namibia, and 1 from Zimbabwe have signed for Major League Cricket (MLC) so far.
  • 9 overseas players can be added to each Major League Cricket squad, but only 7 of them can feature in the XI.
  • Ross Taylor (batting coach – Seattle Orcas), Johan Botha (bowling coach – Seattle Orcas), & Stephen Fleming (Head coach – Texas Super Kings), Albie Morkel (Assistant coach – Texas Super Kings), Shane Watson (coach – San Francisco Unicorns), Dale Steyn (Bowling Coach – Washington Freedom) are other high-profile foreign cricketers who will be involved with Major League Cricket (MLC).
  • Steve Smith has signed up as an ‘ambassador’ with the Washington Freedom team, but will not feature in the 2023 inaugural MLC edition.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga, Sikandar Raza, and Ambati Rayudu have since withdrawn from the tournament.

List of Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket (MLC)

Here is the list of overseas cricketers who have been signed in MLC.

Note: Unmukt Chand, Dane Piedt, Corey Anderson, Liam Plunkett, Shehan Jayasuriya, Rusty Theron, Sami Aslam, etc. qualify as domestic players.

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1. Anrich Nortje (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Current IPL Team: Delhi Capitals
  • Other Francise Teams: Cape Town Blitz, Pretoria Capitals
  • Role: Right Arm Fast
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2. Wanindu Hasaranga (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: Sri Lanka
  • Current IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Other Franchise Teams: Desert Vipers, Jaffna Kings, Kandy Falcons, Quetta Gladiator, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots
  • Role: Right Arm Googly/Wrist Spin (All Rounder)
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3. Marco Jansen (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Current IPL Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Other Franchise Teams: Mumbai Indians, North West, Sunrisers Eastern Cape
  • Role: Left Arm Medium Pact/Right Hand Batter (All Rounder)
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4. Glenn Phillips (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • Current IPL Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Other Franchise Teams: Rajasthan Royals, Barbados Royals, Jamaica Tallawahs, Welsh Fire
  • Role: Right Arm Spin (All Rounder)/Wicketkeeper
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5. Adam Milne (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Sydney Thunder, Birmingham Phoenix
  • Role: Right Arm Fast
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6. Aaron Finch (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Australia
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredevils, Gujarat Lions, Kings XI Punjab, Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Pune Warriors, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Melbourne Renegades, World Giants
  • Role: Right Arm Bat
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7. Marcus Stoinis (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Australia
  • Current IPL Team: Lucknow Super Giants
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kent, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Southern Brave, Sharjah Warriors
  • Role: Right Arm Bat/Right Arm Medium Pace (All Rounder)
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8. Quinton de Kock (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Current IPL Team: Lucknow Super Giants
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Barbados Royals, Cape Town Blitz, Easterns, Gauteng, Titans
  • Role: Left Arm Bat/Wicketkeeper
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9. Wayne Parnell (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Current IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredevils, Pune Warriors, Barbados Tridents, Islamabad United, Multan Sultans, Cape Cobras, Pretoria Capitals, Warriors, Sussex
  • Role: Left Arm Bowl
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10. Dasun Shanaka (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: Sri Lanka
  • Current IPL Team: Gujarat Titans
  • Other Franchise Teams: Comilla Warriors, Dambulla Aura, Dubai Capitals, Khulna Tigers, Montreal Tigers, Peshawar Zalmi, Rangpur Riders
  • Role: Right Arm Medium Pace (All Rounder)
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11. Sikandar Raza (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: Zimbabwe
  • Current IPL Team: Punjab Kings
  • Other Franchise Teams: Band-e-Amir Dragons, Chittagong Vikings, Dambulla Aura, Dubai Capitals, Gazi Group Cricketers, Karachi Kings, Khulna Tigers, Lahore Qalandars, Mashonaland Eagles, Matabeleland Tuskers, Mis Ainak Knights, Montreal Tigers, Northern Warriors, Paktia Panthers, Peshawar Zalmi, Rangpur Riders, Southern Rocks, Trinbago Knight Riders, Tshwane Spartans
  • Role: Right Arm Off Spin (All Rounder)
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12. Jason Roy (Los Angeles Knight Riders)

  • International Team: England
  • Current IPL Team: Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Lions, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Bengal Tigers, Chittagong Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Nelson Mandela Bay Giants, Oval Invincibles, Paarl Royals, Perth Scorchers, Quetta Gladiators, Surrey, Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunders, Sylhet Sixers
  • Role: Right Arm Bat
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Also Read: Jason Roy signs two-year contract with LAKR for 300,000 pound deal, Jason Roy agrees termination of ECB contract to play Major League Cricket

13. Lungi Ngidi (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Current IPL Team: Delhi Capitals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Chennai Super Kings, Paarl Royals, Titans, Tshwane Spartans
  • Role: Right Arm Fast
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14. Moises Henriques (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: Australia
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Sydney Sixers
  • Role: Right Arm Medium/Right Hand Bat (All Rounder)

*captain

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15. Ben Dwarshuis (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: Australia
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab, Sydney Sixers, New South Wales, Birmingham Phoenix
  • Role: Left Arm Fast
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16. Lockie Ferguson (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • IPL Team: Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Other Franchise Teams: Gujarat Titans, Rising Pune Supergiant, Manchester Originals
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler
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17. Andre Russell (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredivls, Abu Dhabi Knight Ridgers, Colombo Kings, Comilla Warriors, Islamabad United, Jamaica Tallawahs, Manchester Originals, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Multan Sultans, Nangarhar Leopards, Northern Warriors, Quetta Gladiators, Rajshahi Royals, Southern Brave, Vancouver Knights
  • Role: Right Arm Batter/Right Arm Bowler (All-Rounder)
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18. Sunil Narine (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Other Franchise Teams: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Barisal Burners, Cape Cobras, Comilla Victorians, Dhaka Dynamites, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Lahore Qalandars, Melbourne Renegades, Montreal Tigers, Oval Invincibles, Quetta Gladiators, Trinbago Knight Riders, Sydney Sixers
  • Role: Right Arm Mystery, Left-Hand Bat
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19. Martin Guptill (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • Other Franchise Teams: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Barbados Tridents, Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Melbourne Renegades
  • Role: Right-Hand Opening Batter
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20. Adam Zampa (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: Australia
  • IPL Team: Rajasthan Royals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rising Pune Supergiants, Sydney Thunder, Melbourne Stars, Adelaide Strikers, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Tallawahs, Dubai Capitals, Welsh Fire
  • Role: Right Arm Leg Spin
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21. Rilee Rossouw (LA Knight Riders)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Delhi Capitals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Pretoria Capitals, Quetta Gladiators, Multan Sultans, Oval Invincibles, Khulna Tigers, Melbourne Renegades, Dambulla Giants
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter
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22. Kieron Pollard (MI New York)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Mumbai Indians (Batting Coach)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Adelaide Strikers, Barbados Tridents, Cape Cobras, Deccan Gladiators, Dhaka Dynamites, Dhaka Gladiators, Karachi Kings, Kerela Kings, London Spirit, Melbourne Renegades, MI Emirates, Multan Sults, Peshawar Zalmi, St. Lucia Stars, Toronot Nationals, Trinbago Knight Riders, Welsh Fire
  • Role: Right-Hand Batter/Right Arm Medium Pace (All-Rounder)
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23. Trent Boult (MI New York)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • IPL Team: Rajasthan Royals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Melbourne Stars, MI Emirates
  • Role: Left Arm Fast Bowler
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24. Rashid Khan (MI New York)

  • International Team: Afghanistan
  • IPL Team: Gujarat Titans
  • Other Franchise Teams: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Adelaide STrikers, Band-e0Amir Dragos, Barbados Tridents, Boost Defenders, Comilla Victorians, Durbat Heat, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Kabul Eagles, Lahore Qalandars, Maratha Arabians, MI Cape Town, MI Emirates, Mis Ainak Region, Nangarhar Leopads, Quetta Gladiators, Speen Ghar Region, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Trent Rockets
  • Role: Right Arm Legspin/ Right-Hand Bat (All-Rounder)
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25. Tim David (MI New York)

  • International Team: Australia (formerly played for Singapore)
  • IPL Team: Mumbai Indians
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Hobart Hurricanes, Lahore Qalandars, MI Cape Town, Multan Sultans, Perth Scorchers, Southern Brave, St. Lucia Kings
  • Role: Right-Hand Bat
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26. Dewald Brevis (MI New York)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Mumbai Indians
  • Other Franchise Teams: MI Cape Town, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots
  • Role: Right-Hand Bat
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27. David Wiese (MI New York)

  • International Team: Namibia (formerly played for South Africa)
  • IPL Team: Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Barbados Tridents, Colombo Stars, Comilla Victorians, Easterns, Gulf Giants, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, London Spirit, Northern Superchargers, St. Lucia Kings, Titans
  • Role: Right-Hand Bat, Right Arm Medium Pace (All-Rounder)

Also Read: South African Born Cricketers Playing for Other Countries

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28. Kagiso Rabada (MI New York)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Delhi Capitals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Punjab Kings, Gauteng, Jozi Stars, Lions
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler
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29. Nicholas Pooran (MI New York)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Lucknow Super Giants
  • Other Franchise Teams: Kings XI Punjab, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, Barbados Tridents, Guyana Amazon Warrirors, Islamabd United, Kerela Kings, Khulna titans, Melbourne Stars, MI Emirates, Multan Sultans, Northern Warriors, Rangpur Riders, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Sydney Sixers, Trinbago Knight Riders
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter, Wicketkeeper
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30. Jason Behrendorff (MI New York)

  • International Team: Australia
  • IPL Team: Mumbai Indians
  • Other Franchise Teams: Chennai Super Kings, Perth Scorchers
  • Role: Left Arm Bowler
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31. Devon Conway (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • IPL Team: Chennai Super Kings
  • Other Franchise Teams: Southern Brave, Dophins, Gauteng, Lions, Wellington
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter, Wicketkeeper
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32. Mitchell Santner (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • IPL Team: Chennai Super Kings
  • Other Franchise Teams: Barbados Tridents
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter, Left-Arm Spinner (All-Rounder)
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33. Daniel Sams (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: Australia
  • IPL Team: Lucknow Super Giants
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Vancouver Knights, Trent Rockets, Sydney Thunder
  • Role: Left Arm Medium Pacer, Right-Hand Batter (All-Rounder)
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34. David Miller (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Gujarat Titans
  • Other Franchise Teams: Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab, Barbados Royals, Bengal Tigers, Durban Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Jamaica Tallawahs, Multan Sultans, Paarl Royals, Peshawar Zalmi, St. Lucia Zouks, Welsh Fire, Winnipeg Hawks
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter
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35. Gerald Coetzee (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • Other Franchise Teams: Joburg Super Kings
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler
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36. Dwayne Bravo (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: West Indies (now retired)
  • IPL Team: Chennai Super Kings (bowling coach)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Lions, Chittagong Kings, Comilla Victorians, Dhaka Dynamites, Dolphins, Essex, Fortune Barishal, Kent, Lahore Qalandars, Maratha Arabians, Melbourne Renegades, Northern Superchargers, Paarl Rocks, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Surrey, Sydney Sixers, Trinbago Knight Riders, Trinidad & Tobago, Victoria, Winnipeg Hawks
  • Role: Right Arm Medium Pace, Right-Hand Batter (All-Rounder)
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37. Ambati Rayudu* (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: India (Now retired)
  • IPL Team: Chennai Super Kings
  • Other Franchise Teams: Mumbai Indians
  • Role: Right-Hand Batter
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38. Faf du Plessis (Texas Super Kings)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Other Franchise Teams: Chennai Super Kings, Joburg Super Kings, Rising Pune Supergiants, Comilla Victorians, Jaffna Kings, Melbourne Renegades, Northern Superchargers, Paarl Rocks, Perth Scorchers, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, St. Lucia Kings, Titans
  • Role: Right-Hand Batter, Captain

*captain

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39. Akeal Hosein (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Other Franchise Teams: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Barbados Tridents, Dhaka Dynamites, Melbourne Renegades, Multan Sultans, Trinbago Knight Riders
  • Role: Left Arm Spinner
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40. Heinrich Klaasen (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: South Africa
  • IPL Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Other Franchise Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals, Durban’s Super Giants, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Toronto Nationals
  • Role: Right Hand Bat, Wicketkeeper
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41. Matthew Wade (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Australia
  • IPL Team: Gujarat Titans
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Daredevils, Birmingham Phoenix, Dambulla Aura, Hobart Hurricanes, Joburg Super Kings, Karachi Kings, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars
  • Role: Left-Hand Bat, Wicketkeeper
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42. Qais Ahmad (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Afghanistan
  • Other Franchise Teams: Band-e-Amir Dragons, Colombo Kings, Gulf Giants, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Hobart Hurricanes, Jamaica Tallawahs, Melbourne Stars, Minister Group Dhaka, Mis Ainak Region, Multan Sultans, Quetta Gladiators, St. Lucia Stars, Welsh Fire
  • Role: Right Arm Legbreak
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43. Finn Allen (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: New Zealand
  • IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Other Franchise Teams: Birmingham Phoenix, Southern Brave
  • Role: Right-Hand Bat, Wicketkeeper
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44. Mackenzie Harvey (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Australia (has not debuted yet)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Melbourne Renegades
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter
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45. Andrew Tye (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: Australia
  • IPL Team: Lucknow Super Giants
  • Other Franchise Teams: Kings XI Punjab, Gujarat Lions, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, Karachi Kings, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Thunder
  • Role: Right-Hand Medium Pacer
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46. Izharulhaq Naveed (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: Afghanistan (has not debuted yet)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Multan Sultans, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Sydney Sixers
  • Role: Right-Hand Legbreak
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47. Haris Rauf (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Pakistan
  • Other Franchise Teams: Lahore Qalandars, Melbourne Stars
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler

48. Shadab Khan (San Francisco Unicorns)

  • International Team: Pakistan
  • Other Franchise Teams: Islamabad United, Brisbane Heat, Dhaka Platoon, Edmonton Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Hobart Hurricanes, Khulna Tigers, Sydney Sixers, Trinbago Knight Riders
  • Role: Right Arm Leg break/ Right-Hand Batter (All Rounder)

49. Tanveer Sangha (Washington Freedom)

  • International Team: Australia (has not debuted yet)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Sydney Thunder, Birmingham phoenix
  • Role: Right Arm Leg Break

50. Shimron Hetmyer (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: West Indies
  • IPL Team: Rajasthan Royals
  • Other Franchise Teams: Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Quetta Gladiators, Multan Sultans, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Gulf Giants
  • Role: Left-Hand Batter

51. Dwaine Pretorius (Seattle Orcas)

  • International Team: South Africa (now retired)
  • Other Franchise Teams: Chennai Super Kings, Durban Super Giants, Quetta Gladiators, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Welsh Fire
  • Role: Right Arm Fast/Right-Hand Batter (All-Rounder)

Final Thoughts

Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA has attracted some of the biggest names in world cricket, with 48 overseas cricketers making the cut and showing their skills on the big stage.

The likes of Aaron Finch, Quinton de Kock, and many other prominent figures are sure to bring a dynamic dimension to the tournament and make it an exciting affair. The level of competition is sure to be high, as teams battle for the title of MLC champions. Fans can expect plenty of action in this highly anticipated tournament!

Which overseas cricketers would you like to see play in Major League Cricket?

Frequently Asked Questions: Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket

How many overseas players can a MLC team have in their squads?

Each Major League Cricket (MLC) team is allowed to have 9 overseas players in their squads along with 10 domestic cricketers.

Which country has most players in Major League Cricket as overseas players?

So far, 12 South African cricketers have been signed as overseas signings in MLC 2023.

Which Major League Cricket (MLC) team has signed the most overseas players?

Washington Freedom has so far signed 7 high-profile signings so far. Anrich Nortje, Wanindu Hasaranga, Marco Jansen, Glenn Phillips, Adam Milne, Moises Henriques, and Ben Dwarshuis.

How many overseas players can play in a XI of a Major League Cricket (MLC) match?

Up to six players can play in a MLC match, while nine overseas cricketers can be signed in the squad.

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85 Cricketers Who Left Their Countries and Moved to Play Cricket in the USA: List of American Cricketers Who Were Born in Other Nations

With the Major League Cricket beginning this year, we look at all the cricketers who left their countries and moved to play cricket in the USA.

The United States of America is becoming an increasingly popular destination for cricketers looking to pursue a career in the sport. Over the years, many international players from around the world have left their home countries and moved to the US in search of greater opportunities. From West Indies to South Africa, here are 53 cricketers who have left their countries and moved to play cricket in the USA.

Key Takeaways

  • At least 85 cricketers have left their home countries to pursue cricket in the USA.
  • This includes 16 West Indian cricketers, 19 South Africans, 22 Indians, 4 Sri Lankan, 4 Australian, 11 Pakistani, 2 from New Zealand, 2 from Nepal, and 5 from other nations (England, UAE, Canada, Afghanistan, Bangladesh)
  • 11 of these players have played international cricket, at least 11-15 others have played at an U-19 level in their home countries, and a few others (Sunny Sohal, Siddharth Trivedi, Bipul Sharma, etc.) have even been picked up deals in the IPL.
  • Other current WI international players like Rakheem Cornwall & Chandrapaul Hemraj are not officially included in this list. However, a few such WI players play in Minor League Cricket (MiLC) and other local American clubs for extra practice in their off-season.

Credit: This list is largely inspired from the updated reports and tweets of American cricket journalist, Peter Della Penna. For example, see this tweet.

Which Cricketers Changed Their Nationality to play for the USA?

From the 2012 U-19 winning captain, Unmukt Chand to the 2019 Cricket World Cup winner, Liam Plunkett, here is the list of Top 24 players who left their countries to play cricket in the USA (extended list of 56 players and honorable mentions below)

*Note: Not all of these players are eligible to play for the USA national team at the moment. The residency process will take 3-4 years. Until that is achieved, the players will live here and play in the Minor/Major League Cricket.

1. Xavier Marshall (West Indies, 2005-2018)

  • Teams: Jamaica, West Indies, West Indies U-19s
  • Age When Left Home Country: 32
  • Current Age: 36
  • Minor League Team: New Jersey Somerset Cavaliers
  • Claim to Fame: Broke Shahid Afridi’s record with 12 sixes in an innings when he scored 157*(118) vs Canada in 2008. West Indies Youth Cricketer of the Year (2005), played 7 Tests and numerous limited overs game for the West Indies
  • Role: Right-Handed Opening Batter

Note: Xavier Marshall was cut from the USA contract list in 2020

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2. Sami Aslam (Pakistan, 2012-2020)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Pakistan U-19s, Balochistan, Sindh, Lahore Eagles, National Bank of Pakistan
  • Age When Left Home Country: 25
  • Current Age: 27
  • Claim to Fame: Played in 2012 & 2014 U-19 WCs, captaining Pakistan to the final in the latter. 2nd Highest U-19 ODI run-scorer. Promising start to Test career with 7 fifties and best of 91.
  • Minor League Team: Golden State Grizzlies
  • Role: Left-Handed Opening Batter
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3. Unmukt Chand (India, 2010-2020)

  • Teams: India U-19, India U-23, India A, Delhi, Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Chattogram Challengers, Melbourne Renegades
  • Age When Left Home Country: 26
  • Current Age: 29
  • Minor League Team: Silicon Valley Strikers
  • Claim to Fame: 2012 U-19 Cricket World Cup Captain, courtesy his knock of 111* (130)
  • Role: Right-Handed Top Order Batter
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4. Saqlain Haider (UAE, 2014-2017)

  • Teams: United Arab Emirates, Pakistan A
  • Age When Left Home Country: 33
  • Current Age: 35
  • Claim to Fame: Played 5 ODIs and 6 T20Is for the UAE, including the 2015 ODI World Cup
  • Minor League Team: Houston Hurricanes
  • Role: Wicketkeeper/Left-Handed Batter

*Note, Saqlain Haider was born in Rawalpindi, Pakistan and played international cricket for the UAE. Now, he is in the USA.

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5. Corey Anderson (New Zealand, 2007-2018)

  • Teams: New Zealand, New Zealand U-19, New Zealand A, Auckland, Canterbury, Northern Districts, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Daredevils, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Somerset, Lahore Qalandars, Barbados Tridents
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 32
  • Claim to Fame: Fastest ODI century of all time in 36 balls, breaking Shahid Afridi’s record. Constant Member of the NZ squad from 2015-18. Key player for NZ in the 2015 ODI World Cup. Played one of the greatest IPL knocks of all-time, scoring 95*(44) as MI sneaked into the qualifiers by scoring 195 in 14.3 overs.
  • Minor League Team: Irving Mustangs
  • Role: Allrounder (Left-handed batter, Left arm medium pace)
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6. Shehan Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka, 2009-2020)

  • Teams: Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka U-19s, Sri Lanka U-23s, Sri Lanka Board President’s XI, Police Sports Club, Chittagong Kings, Galle Gladiators
  • Age When Left Home Country: 29
  • Current Age: 31
  • Claim to Fame: Scored 96 in an ODI vs Pakistan in a rearguard effort to bring SL from 28/5 to 205/6. SL still lost the game, but good innings nevertheless.
  • Minor League Team: Silicon Valley Strikers
  • Role: Allrounder (Left-handed batter, Right arm off break)
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7. Narsingh Deonarine (West Indies, 1999-2016)

  • Teams: West Indies, West Indies U-19s, West Indies A, Guyana, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Tallawahs
  • Age When Left Home Country: 32
  • Current Age: 37
  • Claim To Fame: Leading scorer in the 2008-09 domestic tournament. Took Sachin Tendulkar’s final Test wicket. Played 18 Tests, 31 ODIs, and 8 T20Is for the West Indies.
  • Minor League Team: Silicon Valley Strikers
  • Role: Allrounder (Left Hand Bat, Right Arm off break)
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8. Liam Plunkett (England, 2003-2019)

  • Teams: England, England Lions, England U-19s, Durham, Surrey, Yorkshire, Delhi Daredevils, Welsh Fire, Karachi Kings, Sylhet Sixers, Melbourne Stars, Kandy Tuskers, Dolphins
  • Age When Left Home Country: 35
  • Current Age: 37
  • Claim to Fame: 2019 Cricket World Cup winner (3 wickets in the final including Kane Williamson), key to England’s limited overs revival. 2008-09 County Champions with Durham. Played 13 Tests, 89 ODI, and 22 T20Is for England
  • Minor League Team: The Philadelphians (Player/Coach)
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler (and lower order hitter)

Note, Plunkett traveled to the USA and has played club cricket in the USA earlier even when he was representing England since his wife is from the United States.

Also Read: Hitting Against the Spin Review

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9. Dane Piedt (South Africa, 2010-2020)

  • Teams: South Africa, South Africa A, Western Province, Cape Cobras
  • Age When Left Home Country: 30
  • Current Age: 32
  • Claim to Fame: Best bowling figures on debut by a South African spinner since Aubrey Faulkner
  • Minor League Team: DC Hawks
  • Role: Right Arm off break (mystery spin with carrom ball)

Also Read: 151 Greatest Cricketers of All Time (Men’s): From WG Grace to Pollard

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10. Juan ‘Rusty’ Theron (South Africa, 2005-2015)

  • Teams: South Africa, South Africa A, Rajasthan Royals, Deccan Chargers, Kings XI Punjab, Eastern Province, Warriors, Jamaica Tallawahs
  • Age When Left Home Country: 31
  • Current Age: 37
  • Claim to Fame: MTN Domestic Championship Cricketer of the Year (2008), Player of the Match for Kings XI Punjab in an IPL 2010 match. He was selected for the 2010 T20 World Cup
  • Minor League Team: East Bay Blazers
  • Role: Right Arm Fast-Medium

Fun Fact: After he retired from South African domestic circuit, he initially moved to Florida to pursue a “teaching degree at a local college.”

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11. Ehsan Adil (Pakistan, 2012-2021)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Pakistan U-19, Pakistan U-23, Faisalabad Wolves, Lahore Qalandars
  • Age When Left Home Country: 27
  • Current Age: 30
  • Claim to Fame: Played for Pakistan in the 2015 ODI Cricket World Cup
  • Minor League Team: Golden State Grizzlies
  • Role: Right Arm Fast
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12. Amila Aponso (Sri Lanka, 2013-2020)

  • Teams: Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka A, Sri Lanka U-23s, SL U-19s, SL U-17s, SL U-15s, Colombo Kings, Ragama Cricket Club
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 29
  • Claim to Fame: 273 first-class wickets at an average of 23.43 with a best of 8/148 (innings) and 13/234 (match). Played 9 ODIs & 3 T20Is for Sri Lanka
  • Minor League Team: Atlanta Fire
  • Role: Left-Arm Orthodox
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13. Mukhtar Ahmed (Pakistan, 2014-2018)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Pakistan A, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Sialkot Stallions
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 30
  • Claim to Fame: Played 6 T20Is for Pakistan
  • Minor League Team: Atlanta Fire
  • Role: Right Hand Batter, Googly

14. Assad Fudadin (West Indies, 2004-2020)

  • Teams: West Indies, West Indies U-19s, West Indies A, Guyana, Guyana Amazon Warriors
  • Age When Left Home Country: 35
  • Current Age: 37
  • Claim to Fame: Selected in the 2004 U-19 World Cup and was a key batter in West Indies’ run to the final. Played 3 Tests in 2012
  • Minor League Team: New England Eagles
  • Role: Left-Handed Batter
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15. Smit Patel (India, 2012-2021)

  • Teams: India U-19s, India U-23s, India Blue, Indian Board President’s XI, Baroda, Gujarat, Tripura, Goa, Barbados Royals
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 29
  • Claim to Fame: 2012 U-19 WC Final star, forming a 130-run partnership with Unmukt Chand and himself scoring 62*(84). Scored a total of 11 first-class centuries.
  • Minor League Team: Manhattan Yorkers
  • Role: Wicketkeeper, Right Hand Batter

*Note, Patel is a green card holder and has been in the USA on and off since 2010, when his family moved to Pennsylvania.

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16. Sunny Sohal (India, 2007-2014)

  • Teams: India U-19s, India A, Punjab, Deccan Chargers, Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Barbados Tridents, Winnipeg Hawks
  • Age When Left Home Country: 27
  • Current Age: 36
  • Claim to Fame: Highest run-scorer for Punjab in the 2008-09 Ranji Season, player of the Match in an IPL match, India U-19 player in 2007-08 alongside Virat Kohli, Piyush Chawla, Ravindra Jadeja, etc.
  • Minor League Team: DC Hawks
  • Role: Right-Handed Batter
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17. Siddharth Trivedi (India, 2002-2015)

  • Teams: Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat, Saurashtra, India Red
  • Age When Left Home Country: 38
  • Current Age: 40
  • Claim to Fame: When he left RR, he was Rajasthan Royals’ all-time highest wicket-taker with 65 wickets
  • Minor League Team: St. Louis Americans
  • Role: Right Arm Medium Fast
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18. Bipul Sharma (India, 2025-2021)

  • Teams: India A, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kings XI Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Sikkim
  • Age When Left Home Country: 37
  • Current Age: 39
  • Claim to Fame: One of the keys to Sunrisers Hyderabad’s success in IPL 2016
  • Minor League Team: DC Hawks
  • Role: Left-arm Orthodox
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19. Cameron Gannon (Australia, 2010-2022*)

  • Teams: Western Australia, Queensland, Brisbane Heat, Melbourne Renegades
  • Age When Left Home Country: 30
  • Current Age: 34
  • Claim to Fame: Took 31 wickets in the 2012-13 Sheffeld Shield season
  • Role: Right Arm Fast Bowler

*still has a contract with Western Australia. He played a few T20Is for the USA in 2019 but returned to Australia domestic cricket. He has since been recalled in USA training camps.

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20. Harmeet Singh (India, 2009-2020)

  • Teams: India U-19, India B, Rest of India, West Zone, Mumbai, Tripura, Rajasthan Royals
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 30
  • Claim to Fame: Played in 2 U-19 World Cups, including the one with Unmukt Chand & Smit Patel
  • Minor League Team: Seattle Thunderbolts
  • Role: Left-arm Orthodox
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21. Bhaskar Yadram (West Indies, 2017-2020)

  • Teams: West Indies U-19, Guyana
  • Age When Left Home Country: 27
  • Current Age: 39
  • Claim to Fame: Highest wicket-taker for the West Indies in the 2018 U-19 Cricket World Cup
  • Minor League Team: Empire State Titans
  • Role: Right arm medium/off break

22. Timil Patel (India, 2002-2009)

  • Teams: India U-19s, West Zone, Rest of India, Gujarat, St. Lucia Stars
  • Age When Left Home Country: 27
  • Current Age: 39
  • Claim to Fame: Was with the India U-19 group in 2002 alongside Suresh Raina and Irfan Pathan
  • Minor League Team: San Diego Surfer
  • Role: Left-arm Orthodox

Note: Timil Patel is now a domestic player in the USA squad since he has achieved American citizenship

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23. Gajanand Singh (West Indies, 2008-2011)

  • Teams: West Indies U-19s, Guyana, Guyana Amazon Warriors
  • Age When Left Home Country: 33
  • Current Age: 35
  • Claim to Fame: Played in the 2006 U-19 World Cup for the West Indies
  • Minor League Team: Manhattan Yorkers
  • Role: Left-arm Bat
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24. Basant Regmi (Nepal, 2012-2019)

  • Teams: Nepal, Nepal U-19s, Nepal U-17s
  • Age When Left Home Country: 35
  • Current Age: 36
  • Claim to Fame: Has played international cricket for Nepal
  • Minor League Team: Hollywood Master Blasters
  • Role: Left-arm orthodox

25. Hammad Azam (Pakistan, 2008-2021)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Pakistan A, Pakistan U-23s, Pakistan U-19s, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans
  • Age When Left Home Country: 29
  • Current Age: 31
  • Claim to Fame: Played 11 ODIs and 5 T20Is for Pakistan
  • Minor League Team: Golden State Grizzlies
  • Role: Right Hand Bat

26. Sheik Faoud Ahamul Fasiel Bacchus (West Indies, 1971-1986)

  • Teams: West Indies, United States of America, Border, Guyana, Western Province
  • Age When Left Home Country: 43
  • Current Age: 69
  • Claim to Fame: Scored 250 in Test cricket for West Indies. Played 19 Tests and multiple ODIs and later played international cricket or the USA.
  • Minor League Team: Golden State Grizzlies
  • Role: Right Hand Bat

27. Saad Ali (Pakistan, 2013-2021)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Pakistan U-19, Karachi Whites, Quetta Gladiators
  • Age When Left Home Country: 28
  • Current Age: 29
  • Claim to Fame: Played in the PSL and also has represented Pakistan in a couple of ODIs
  • Minor League Team: Michigan Cricket Stars
  • Role: Left Hand Bat

28. Nauman Anwar (Pakistan, 2014-2018)

  • Teams: Pakistan, Karachi Kings, Sialkot Stallions
  • Age When Left Home Country: 26
  • Current Age: 27
  • Claim to Fame: Played one T20I for Pakistan
  • Minor League Team: Michigan Cricket Stars
  • Role: Right Hand Bat

29. Angelo Perera (Sri Lanka, 2009-2021)

  • Teams: Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka A, Sri Lanka U-19s, Dambulla Viking, Kandy Warriors, Colts Cricket Club
  • Age When Left Home Country: 31
  • Current Age: 33
  • Claim to Fame: Played 6 T20Is and 6 ODIs for Sri Lanka
  • Minor League Team: East Bay Blazers
  • Role: Right Hand Bat
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Also Read:

  1. How Many Cricket Stadiums are there in the USA?
  2. USA Cricket—The Complete Guide to Cricket in America (Updated 2023)
  3. 11 Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket (MLC) in USA: Aaron Finch, Quinton de Kock…Can You Guess the Rest?
  4. Avinash’s Cricket Journey in the USA: an Interview
  5. 42 South African Born Cricketers Who Play for Other Countries: Can You Guess Them All?
  6. 49 South African Cricketers Who Left Their Country for Kolpak Deals

Future USA Immigrant XI – American Cricketers Who Were Born in Other Countries

South African Born Cricketers Who Moved to the USA

  1. William Ludick – Houston Hurricanes
    • South African born who played domestic cricket with Central Districts in NZ prior to his US move
  2. Justin Dill – New Jersey Stallions
    • Part of the 2014 U-19 South Africa squad
  3. Carmi Le Roux – The Philadelphians
  4. David Bunn – East Bay Blazers
    • Selected for a South Africa U-19 tour in 2011
  5. Cody Chetty – Hollywood Master Blasters
  6. Corne Dry – Atlanta Fire
  7. Jacobus ‘Obus’ Pienaar – St. Louis Americans
  8. David White – East Bay Blazers
  9. Shadley van Schalwyk – Seattle Thunderbolts
  10. Slade-Lee van Staden – Houston Hurricanes
  11. Joshua Tromp – Irving Mustangs
  12. Matthew Tromp – Houston Hurricanes
  13. Heath Richards – Atlanta Lightning
  14. Luke Schofield – St. Louis Americans
  15. Joshua Kind – St. Louis Americans
  16. David Pieters – Irving Mustangs
  17. Conrad Lotz – Morrisville Cardinals

West Indies Cricketers Who Left the Caribbean to Play Cricket in the USA

  1. Timroy Allen (Jamaica) – Orlando Galaxy
  2. Mark Parchment (Jamaica) – Atlanta Param Veers
  3. Dean Morgan (Jamaica) – Ft. Lauderdale Lions
  4. Akshay Homraj (Guyana) – New England Eagles
  5. Damian Jacobs (Guyana)
  6. Trevon Griffith (Jamaica) – Empire State Titans
    • Played in the 2010 U-19 WC
  7. Vikash Mohan (Trinidad)
  8. William Perkins (Trinidad)
  9. Kyle Phillips (Trinidad) – Atlanta Lightning
  10. Mario Rampersaud (Barbados) – East Bay Blazers

Australian Born Cricketers Who Moved to the USA

  1. Cameron Stevenson (holds a US passport, but was born in and resides in Australia)
  2. Josh Dascombe – East Bay Blazers
  3. Brody Couch – Atlanta Fire

Indian Born Cricketers Who Moved to the USA

  1. Saurabh Netravalkar (Silicon Valley Strikers)
  2. Sushil Nadkarni
    • Played for India U-19 and Sikkim but immigrated to the USA in early 2000s to study engineering.
  3. Karan Viradiya – Hollywood Master Blasters
    • Was initially selected for India U-19 in 2013 but was removed due to age alteration.
  4. Nisarg Patel – Hollywood Master Blasters
  5. Shubham Ranjane – Seattle Thunderbolts
  6. Tajinder Singh – Kingsmen
  7. Jaskaran Malhotra – Morrisville Raptors
  8. Milind Kumar – The Philadelphians
  9. Chaitanya Bishnoi – Kingsmen
  10. Monank Patel – Empire State Titans
  11. Sarbjeet Singh Ladda – DC Hawks
  12. Phani Simhadri – Seattle Thunderbolts
  13. Sujith Gowda – Irving Mustangs
  14. Akhilesh Bodugum – Atlanta Fire
  15. Saideep Ganesh – New Jersey Stallions

Players from Other Countries Who Play Cricket in the USA

  1. Shaker Ahmed (Bangladesh) – Michigan Cricket Stars
    • Was in the 2010 U-19 WC squad. Moved to the USA in 2014
  2. Nitish Kumar (Canada) – Austin Athletics
  3. Kanishka Chaugai (Nepal) – Hollywood Master Blasters
  4. Shayan Jahangir (Pakistan) – Austin Athletics
  5. Saif Badar (Pakistan) – Atlanta Fire
  6. Zia Shahzad (Pakistan) – Atlanta Fire
  7. Usman Rafiq (Pakistan) – Houston Hurricanes
  8. Marty Kain (New Zealand) – San Diego Surfriders
  9. Gayan Fernando (Sri Lanka) – SoCal Lashings
  10. Lahiru Milantha (Sri Lanka) – Morrisville Raptors
  11. Zakiullah Sultani (Afghanistan) – Michigan Cricket Stars

Honorable Mentions

Cricketers Born in the USA But Played Domestic Cricket Abroad

  • Ian Holland – born in Wisconsin but played for Hampshire in England and for Victoria in Australia
  • Cameron Steel – born in California but played for Hampshire in England
  • Sanjay Krishnamurthi (East Bay Blazers) – born in Oregon, but played for Karnataka U-16s in India
  • Aaron Jones (New Jersey Somerset Cavaliers) – born in Queens, New York but played List A and domestic cricket for Barbados
  • Nosthush Kenjige – born in Auburn, Alabama (family from India). Played university cricket in Bengaluru, India
  • Saiteja Mukkamalla – born in Plainsboro, New Jersey (of Indian origin)
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West Indies International Players who Play in the MiLC

  • Although Chandrapaul Hemraj (New Jersey Somerset Cavaliers) played in Minor League Cricket (and hit lots of sixes), he still eyes a West Indies recall and is using MiLC as off-season practice
  • Similarly, Rakheem Cornwall plays for the Atlanta Fire
  • Hayden Walsh Jr. was born in the U.S. Virgin Islands and played for the US national team between 2018-19. However, he switched his cricket allegiance to the West Indies after 2019.
  • Now 40, Fidel Edwards plays for the Silicon Valley Strikers after a long (on & off) West Indies international & illustrious County career.
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Final Thoughts – Why Are Cricketers Leaving Their Countries to Play Cricket in the USA?

Competition and financial security are two of the biggest reasons why cricketers are choosing to leave their home countries to play cricket in the USA.

Several of these cricketers played up till the U-19 and domestic levels. However, they could not make the cut to the international level. This has an impact on both personal desires and direct monetary value. Since USA cricket has been offering decent contracts to cricketers, and national boards of West Indies, South Africa, and New Zealand continue to struggle, we may continue to see the exodus of cricketers from those nations.

Will this help USA cricket qualify for world tournaments and establish Major League Cricket in this crowded T20 calendar?

Only time will tell.

Also Read:

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  2. Top 12 Richest Cricket Boards (RANKED 2023): Which Cricket Board Has the Highest Net Worth—BCCI, CA, ECB, CSA, or PCB?
  3. How Much Do Different Types of Cricketers Earn Per Year (2022)?
  4. Top 10 Richest Cricket Leagues (By Average Salaries). Which Cricket League Pays the Most (2022)—SA20, IPL, BBL, PSL, UAE IL, CPL, T10s, or the Hundred?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many cricketers left their countries to play cricket in the USA?

At least 85 cricketers have left their home countries to pursue in the USA, including 11 former international cricketers. This includes 14 West Indian cricketers, 12 South Africans, 11 Indians, 3 Sri Lankans, 3 Australians, 2 Pakistanis, 2 from New Zealand, and 6 from other nations (England, UAE, Canda, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh).Image Collage of Cricketers who left their countries to play cricket in the USA

Which Pakistani cricketer moved to the USA?

Sami Aslam and Shayan Jahangir are the Pakistani cricketers who moved to the USA.

Which Indian cricketers moved to the USA?

Unmukt Chand, Smit Patel, Sunny Sohal, Siddharth Trivedi, Harmeet Singh, and Bipul Sharma are six of the most prominent Indian cricketers who moved to the USA.

Which cricket players changed their nationalities?

Xavier Marshall, Gajanand Singh, Timil Patel, and a few other cricketers have changed their nationalities to play cricket in the USA. Others like Eoin Morgan, Ed Joyce, Boyd Rankin (Ireland to England) and Kepler Wessels (South Africa to Australia) are other examples of cricketers changing their nationalities and playing for two nations.

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How Many Cricket Stadiums are there in the USA?

Currently, there are at least 34 cricket stadiums in USA (including grounds, parks, etc.), two of which have been certified by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and 24 local cricket grounds are being used by Minor League Cricket teams. Additionally, five more upcoming stadiums are currently being planned.

These stadiums are located all across the US, from California to Florida, North Carolina to Texas, and Georgia to name a few. Their sizes range from large-scale venues with plenty of seating space to small grassy fields that are more intimate in size.

In the United States, cricket has gained more popularity in recent years, leading to the development of cricket stadiums in various parts of the country. This article will discuss how many cricket stadiums are in the United States, which ones they are, and what kind of events they host. Read on to discover more about cricket stadiums in America!

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1. List of Cricket Stadiums in the United States

At present, there are at least two international-level cricket stadiums in the United States, with plans to expand the number up to five to ten in the near future.

These include:

  1. Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida (10000 seating capacity, ICC status for ODI & T20 cricket)
  2. Church Street Park in Morrisville, North Carolina (3500 permanent seating with potential expansion to 5000 seats)
  3. AirHogs Stadium in Grand Prairie, Texas (7000 seating capacity with a potential expansion to 20000 seats)
  4. Smart Choice Moosa Stadium in Pearland, Texas (near Houston)
  5. Indianapolis World Sports Park in Indianapolis, Indiana
  6. Leo Magnus Cricket Complex, ‘Woodley’ Park in Los Angeles, California

Each of these stadiums has its own unique history and features that make it an exciting place to watch cricket. Most of them host domestic and international matches, as well as tournaments and development programs for the sport itself.

Upcoming Cricket Stadiums in the USA

Apart from existing cricket stadiums, there are also four upcoming venues in plan — each with varying seating capacities and location.

  1. Marymoor Park in Redmond, Washington
  2. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose, California
  3. An upcoming proposed stadium in Orange County, California
  4. New York Oval. in New York
  5. Marine Park in Brooklyn, Spring Creek Park in Queens, or Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens (Shortlisted locations for a possible major cricket stadium in the New York area)

It is expected that the stadiums in the Bay Area and Washington may each seat around 10,000-20,000 spectators with a cost of $30 million combined.

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Historic & Smaller Cricket Grounds in the United States

Apart from the major stadiums, there are also numerous smaller cricket grounds in the United States. These grounds have been used by Minor League clubs and other clubs for generations as well as hosting various tournaments over time.

  1. Philadelphia Cricket Club Ground in Wissahickon Heights, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  2. Belmont Cricket Club Ground in Elmwood, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  3. Young America Cricket Club Ground in Stenton, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  4. Germantown Cricket Club Ground in Manheim, Pennsylvania (earlier in Nicetown)
  5. Merion Cricket Club Ground in Haverford, Pennsylvania
  6. Boca Raton Cricket Club Ground in Boca Raton, Florida
  7. Brian Piccolo Park in Cooper City, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
  8. St. George’s Club Ground in Bloomingdale Road, Manhattan, New York
  9. Red House Cricket Ground in Harlem, New York
  10. *Citi Field in New York
  11. *Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas
  12. *Dodger Stadium in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California

*Note, the Cricket All-Stars tournament featuring Shane Warne, Sachin Tendulkar, Shoaib Akthar, etc. took place at famous baseball grounds—Citi Field, Minute Maid Park, and Dodger Stadium.

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Home Grounds of Minor League Cricket Teams

Minor League Cricket is a new franchised cricket league in the United States, which was founded in 2019. It currently has 26 teams, most of which have their own home cricket parks.

  1. Atlanta Cricket Fields in Cumming, Georgia (Atlanta Fire)
  2. Param Veers Cricket Field in Rydal, Georgia (Atlanta Lightning)
  3. Silverstar Recreation Center in Orlando, Florida (Orlando Galaxy)
  4. Veterans Memorial Park in Woodbridge, Virginia (DC Hawks)
  5. Idlewild Park in Rosedale, New York (Empire State Titans)
  6. Canarsie Park in Brooklyn, New York (Manhattan Yorkers)
  7. Keney Park in Hartford, Connecticut (New England Eagles)
  8. Howe Athletic Complex in Somerset, New Jersey (New Jersey Somerset Cavaliers, New Jersey Stallions)
  9. Exton Park in Exton, Pennsylvania (The Philadelphians)
  10. BPL Cricket Stadium in Bolingbrook, Illinois (Chicago Blasters)
  11. Washington Park/Skokie Sports Complex in Chicago, Illinois (Chicago Tigers)
  12. McKinney Cricket Ground in McKinney, Texas (Dallas Mustangs)
  13. Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston, Texas, which will be the first Major League Cricket National Cricket Center ((Houston Hurricanes))
  14. Lyon Oaks Cricket Ground in Wixom, Michigan (Michigan Cricket Stars)
  15. ACAC Park in Wentzville, Missouri (St. Louis Americans)
  16. Santa Clara Cricket Club in Santa Clara, California (East Bay Blazers)
  17. Arroyo Park in Davis, California (Golden State Grizzlies)
  18. Canyon Side Park in San Diego, California (San Diego Surf Riders)
  19. Klahanie Park in Issaquah, Washington (Seattle Thunderbolts)
  20. Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Complex in Morgan Hill, California (Silicon Valley, Strikers)
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2. Facts About the Major Cricket Stadiums in USA

  • Established in 2007, the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill is the biggest cricket stadium in the United States. It has two pitches and offers seating for up to 10,000 fans. Every Spring it hosts the American college cricket tournament and is also home to the Ft. Lauderdale Lions of Minor League Cricket.
  • The Moosa Stadium in Pearland, Texas was established in 2015 and is a rising cricket stadium. It provides seating for up to 2,500 fans with the potential for further expansion. It is the home of Lone Star Athletics.
  • The AirHogs Stadium in Grand Prairie, Texas is a professional baseball stadium that has been transformed into a cricket ground. It offers seating for up to 7,000 spectators and has the potential for further expansions. This ground has become quite popular with local cricket enthusiasts.
  • Church Street Park has already hosted some matches in the 2018 ICC Americas T20 Qualifier.
  • The Indianapolis World Sports Park was built with an investment of $5 million and it hosted the 2015 ICC T20 World Cup Americas Division One qualification tournament.
  • The Leo Magnus Woodley Park is a sporting complex established in 1978 and named after Jamaican cricketer, Leo Magnus. It comprises five cricket fields (Marder, Severn, Wong, Woodley and Wright) and is home to the Hollywood Master Blasters and Socal Lashings of Minor League Cricket. Historically, it was the home of the Hollywood Cricket Club.
  • Founded in 1854, Philadelphia Cricket Club Ground is the oldest cricket club in the USA, while Germantown Cricket Club is the second oldest surviving cricket club in the United States. The Belmont Cricket Club (1874-1914), home to one of America’s greatest cricketers, Bart King, was one of the great clubs in American cricket.
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3. Types of Events Hosted at US Cricket Stadiums

The stadiums listed above host a variety of events for both spectators and players.

These include domestic and international matches, tournaments, camps and academies to help with cricket development in the US. The following is a list of some of the events hosted at US cricket stadiums:

International Matches & CPL

A total of 27 ODI matches (12 Moosa, 15 Ft. Lauderhill) and 14 T20I matches (all Ft. Lauderhill) international matches have been hosted by the US.

New Zeland, Sri Lanka, India, West Indies, Bangladesh, Ireland, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Nepal, Oman, Namibia, and the USA have all played here. Ft. Lauderhill has been used as one of West Indies’ home venue in bilateral series.

The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has also hosted several matches in the Broward Stadium.

Minor League Cricket

Minor League Cricket began in 2020 as the precursor to Major League Cricket, USA’s much anticipated T20 franchise competition. 27 teams took place in the inaugural tournament with Silicon Valley Strikers emerging as the winner.

National Championships and Other tournaments

These tournaments are organized by US cricket associations and involve women’s, men’s, U-19, and other teams from different states across the country.

Apart from major leagues, regional club tournaments, tape ball cricket, and college cricket also occur on a regular basis.

4. Major League Cricket and 2024 T20 World Cup to Take Place Across USA’s Top Cricket Stadiums

In 2023, Major League Cricket (MLC) is set to take place between July 13th and 30th.

The Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas is the main location with franchises from Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, and Washington D.C. The following year in 2024, the 20-team T20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States and West Indies.

Despite uncertainty regarding a six-team Olympic T20 tournament, investment in U.S.A. Cricket is showing continual growth.

5. Conclusion – The Growing Popularity of Cricket in America

Cricket is quickly gaining popularity in the United States, with more people becoming aware of and involved in the game.

The US Cricket Association has advocated for the expansion of cricket in America, resulting in cricket stadiums located across the country, academies and clubs to help players hone their skills.

Stadiums such as Church Street Park & Moosa Stadium are paving the way for even more growth. The upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup and Major League Cricket will bring even more attention to the sport, and with continued growth, cricket will become an increasingly popular sport in America.

Maybe the future even holds a partnership with Minor League Baseball stadiums similar to the conversion of the Texas Airhogs stadium.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Cricket Stadiums in USA

How many cricket stadiums in the USA?

Currently, there are at least 33 cricket stadiums in the USA. Two stadiums are ICC certified, 5 are in the planning phase, while the rest are park and local grounds.

Which cricket stadiums will host the 2023 Major League Cricket?

The Airhogs stadium in Dallas, Texas will be the host of the inaugural Major League Cricket held between July 13-30.

How many teams participate in Minor League Cricket in the USA?

26 teams compete in Minor League Cricket (MiLC) in the United States.

How many teams will compete in the 2023 Major League Cricket in the USA?

Six franchises from from Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, and Washington D.C. will compete in the 2023 Major League Cricket (MLC).

Sources: Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Moosa Cricket Stadium, World Sports Park: A diamond in the rough, About Us – Germantown Cricket Club – Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia Cricket Club History. USA T20 franchise league MLC projected to spend 110 million on facilities ahead of 2023 launch, Atlanta Paramveers open five cricket fields to promote game, Major League Cricket 2022: Match Schedules, Scores, News & More, Major League Cricket set for July 2023 launch in Dallas

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