Which overseas cricketers will play in Major League Cricket (MLC) to be held in the United States later this summer? Jason Roy, 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
- 5 cricketers from South Africa, 3 from Australia, 2 from Sri Lanka, 2 from New Zealand, 1 from England, and 1 from Zimbabwe have been signed for Major League Cricket (MLC) so far.
- Washington Freedom is leading the overseas signings (5 signings so far) followed by San Francisco Unicorns (3) and Seattle Orcas (3), and Los Angeles Knight Riders (1). MI New York and Texas Super Kings have yet to announce overseas signings.
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
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)
3. Marco Janson (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)
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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)
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)
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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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
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)
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Embed from Getty ImagesFinal Thoughts
Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA has attracted some of the biggest names in world cricket, with 11 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?
Note: Other overseas players like Jason Roy are in negotiations to play in the MLC.
Frequently Asked Questions: Overseas Cricketers in Major League Cricket
Each Major League Cricket (MLC) team is allowed to have 9 overseas players in their squads along with 10 domestic cricketers.
So far, 4 South African cricketers have been signed as overseas signings in MLC 2023.
Washington Freedom has so far signed 5 high-profile signings so far.
Up to six players can play in a MLC match, while nine overseas cricketers can be signed in the squad.
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