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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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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.

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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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West Indies Vs South Africa – T20 World Cup 2021 Match #18 Quick Review! SA Win Despite Quinton de Kock Controversy

West Indies Vs South Africa Quick Review — Bowlers and Reeza-Rassie-Markram take South Africa home as West Indies stagnant.

Quinton de Kock’s absence the talk of the town. What do you think? Comment below on your thoughts regarding QDK and the mandate by cricket South Africa regarding BLM movement.

Match Details, Scorecard, & Video Highlights

Scorecard: West Indies Vs South Africa Video Highlights

Toss: South Africa won the toss and chose to field first.

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, UAE

Umpires: Aleem Dar & Paul Reiffel

What Actually Happened

  • Winner: South Africa won by 8 wickets
  • Scores: India 151/7Pakistan 152/0
  • Player of the Match: Anrich Nortje 1/14
  • Best Figures
    • Dwaine Pretorious (2-0-17-3), Anrich Nortje (4-0-14-1)
    • Akeal Hosein (4-0-27-1)
  • Most Runs
    • Evin Lewis 56 (35)
    • Aiden Markram 51* (26), Rassie van der Dussen 43* (51), Reeza Hendricks 39* (30)

Broken Cricket Dream of the Day: West Indies Get Simmoned

Lendl Simmons has been one of the stars for West Indies for a decade. Even though he has been in and out, he has played some important knocks like in the 2016 Cricket World Cup semi-final.

Today, though, was not his day. Like really. After West Indies were out for 55 against England, WI needed an anchor, but 16 (35) without any boundaries is not inspiring stuff. He could not Tewatia out of this situation, unfortunately.

Also Read: 44 Contenders For 23-Men England T20 World Cup Squad: Who’s In, Who Misses Out?

Moments of The Day: Bowlers, Markram Take South Africa Home

  • Simmons was slow due to disciplined South African bowling with Rabada (4-0-27-1), Nortje (4-0-14-1), Maharaj (4-0-24-2), and Pretorius (2-0-17-3). Only Shamsi, their best T20I bowler, was expensive.
  • South Africa’s top order made sure there were no hiccups after Buman’s early run-out. Reeza Hendricks took the challenge as QDK’s replacement with a 39 (30). After the strong start, van der Dussen and Aiden Markram changed the game. While Rassie was the anchor, it was Markram’s 51 (26) with 4 sixes that took them home.

The Elephant in the Room: Quinton de Kock Controversy

Temba Bavuma contended that today was the most difficult day of his captaincy due to off the field stories.

We will break this down in three parts: (1) How it began, (2) What prompted QDK’s actions, and (3) his recent apology.

How It Began

South Africa has had a tough history to contend with. Apartheid, cricket suspension, transformations, quota, and the 2015 World Cup Semi-Final. This year, the hearings from former South African colored players and Mark Boucher’s inner rooms racist pasts have unraveled South African cricket even further.

Here is a link to Faf-ABD’s career that dives into ‘the match that broke South Africa.’ Also check out Jarrod Kimber’s video summarizing the history and connections with QDK today.

To honor the Black Lives Matter moment, most teams were taking a knee unanimously. However, in South Africa’s first game, the reaction was not unified – knees, fists, or no reaction.

II. QDK Reacts on CSA Mandate

Just a few hours before the game, Cricket South Africa mandated each player requiring them to take the knee. This unsettled Quinton de Kock, after which he made himself ‘unavailable for personal reasons.’

Reeza Hendricks replaced him as a keeper and Klassen as a keeper. Social media went against QDK, calling him a racist.

Several questions here – (1) Was it right for Quinton de Kock to give up on the team right regardless of the reason? End of QDK’s international career? Supporting a movement is okay, but requiring an action – is that a bit too much? After all, not saying anything is freedom of speech/expression in itself.

III. The Statement

Quinton de Kock presented a heartfelt statement (if you have not read it yet, please read the 3 pages below). He has agreed to take the knee if it educates the public in a positive manner and furthermore,

I love every one of my teammates…Bavuma is a flipping amazing leader….if he/team/South Africa will have me, I would love nothing more than to play for my country again.”

– Quinton de Kock

T20 World Cup Points Table, Stat Alert

No need to go elsewhere for the Points Table, Highest Run Scorer, Highest Wicket Taker, Most Catches, and Most Dismissals. We will keep updating it in every article!

  • Musfiqur Rahim – 135 runs (Bangladesh, 5 Matches)
  • Shakib Al Hasan – 11 wickets (Bangladesh, 4 Matches)
  • Calum MacLeod – 6 catches (Scotland, 5 Matches)
  • Nurul Hasan, Matthew Cross (Bangladesh/Scotland) – 5 dismissals

Group 1 Table

TeamsPlayedWonLostTied
No-Result
PointsNet Run Rate
1. England22004+ 3.614
2. Sri Lanka11002+ 0.583
3. Australia11002+ 0.253
4. South Africa21102+ 0.179
5. Bangladesh20200– 1.655
6. West Indies20200– 2.550
T20 World Cup 2021 Group 1 Points Table

Group 2 Table

TeamsPlayedWonLostTied
No-Result
PointsNet Run Rate
1. Pakistan22004+ 0.738
2. Afghanistan11002+ 6.500
3. Namibia10102+ 0.550
4. New Zealand10100– 0.532
5. India10100– 0.973
6. Scotland20002– 3.562
T20 World Cup 2021 Group 2 Points Table

Also, if you have not yet read our T20 World Cup Previews, here is a list of all of them! Check them out and share ahead:

  1. A Review – Group A 2021 T20 World Cup Squads Dissected: Ireland, Namibia, Netherlands, Sri Lanka
  2. B Review – Group B 2021 T20 World Cup Squads Dissected: Bangladesh, Oman, Papua New Guinea, Scotland
  3. 1 Review – Group 1 2021 T20 World Cup Squads Dissected: Australia, England, South Africa, West Indies
  4. 2 Review – Group 2 2021 T20 World Cup Squads Dissected: India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, New Zealand

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Pakistan Tour of South Africa & Zimbabwe 2021 Series Review: Fakhar-Hasan-Nortje-Markram-Rizwan-Babar-Jongwe-Muzarabani The Stars

Pakistan tour of Africa 2021 Series Review!

Pakistan recently played in South Africa (3 ODIs, 4 T20Is) and Zimbabwe (3 T20Is, 2 Tests). The South Africa series, in particular was memorable, with most games going down the wire.

Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Hasan Ali highlighted the tour for Pakistan, while Anrich Nortje, Janneman Malan, and Aiden Markram came to the fore for the Proteas. While the Zimbabwe were criticized for their Test match display, they were pretty good in the T20s, with Luke Jongwe & Blessing Muzarabani emerging as Zimbabwe’s stars.

Also Read: Pakistan host South Africa 2021 Series Review, The Case for Pakistan Players in the IPL, South Africa Cricketers Who Play for Other Countries

Pakistan Tour of Africa 2021 – The Results

South Africa-Pakistan ODI Series: Pakistan won 2-1

* Player of Match

  1. Pakistan won by 3 wickets *Babar Azam
  2. South Africa won by 17 runs *Fakhar Zaman
  3. Pakistan won by 28 runs *Babar Azam
Player of SeriesSouth Africa Pakistan
Fakhar Zaman
Most RunsRassie van der Dussen – 183 runs
(best of 123*, 183.00 average, 107.01 average, 100s-1, 50s-1)
Fakhar Zaman – 302 runs
(best of 193, 100.66 average, 111.43 SR, 100s-2)
Most WicketsAnrich Nortje – 7 wickets
(best of 4/51, 16.28 average, 5.70 economy)
Haris Rauf – 7 wickets
(best of 3/54, 24.42 average, 5.89 economy)
Pakistan Vs South Africa 2021 ODI Series Stats

South Africa-Pakistan T20I Series: Pakistan Won 3-1

  1. Pakistan won by 4 wickets *Mohammad Rizwan
  2. South Africa won by 6 wickets *George Linde
  3. Pakistan won by 9 wickets *Babar Azam
  4. Pakistan won by 3 wickets *Faheem Ashraf
P*layer of SeriesSouth Africa Pakistan
Babar Azam
Most RunsAiden Markram – 179 runs
(best of 63, average 44.75, 182.65 SR, 50s-3)
Babar Azam – 210 runs
(best of 122, 52.50 average, 143.83 SR, 100s-1, 50s-1)
Most WicketsLizaad Williams – 7 wickets
(best of 3/35, 21.00 average, 9.38 economy)
Hasan Ali – 7 wickets
(best of 3/40, 18.71 average, 9.35 economy)
Pakistan Vs South Africa 2021 T20I Series Stats

Zimbabwe-Pakistan T20I Series: Pakistan Won 2-1

  1. Pakistan won by 11 runs *Mohammad Rizwan
  2. Zimbabwe won by 19 runs *Luke Jongwe
  3. Pakistan won by 24 runs *Hasan Ali
Player of SeriesZimbabwePakistan
Mohammad Rizwan
Most RunsWesley Madhevere – 89 runs
(best of 59, 29.66 average, 127.14 SR, 50s-1)
Mohammad Rizwan – 186 runs
(best of 91*, 186.00 average, 133.81 SR, 50s-2)
Most WicketsLuke Jongwe – 9 wickets
(best of 4/18, 8.77 average, 7.29 economy)
Mohammad Hasnain – 5 wickets
(best of 2/19, 14.40 average, 6.00 economy)
Pakistan Vs Zimbabwe 2021 T20I Series Stats

Zimbabwe-Pakistan Test Series: Pakistan Won 2-0

  1. Pakistan won by an innings and 118 runs *Hasan Ali
  2. Pakistan won by an innings and 147 runs *Abid Ali
Player of Series Zimbabwe Pakistan
Hasan Ali
Most Runs Regis Chakabva – 146 runs
(best of 80, 48.66 average, 50s-1)
Abid Ali – 275 runs
(best of 215*, 275.00 average, 100s-1, 50s-1)
Most Wickets Blessing Muzarabani – 7 wickets
(best innings – 4/73, best match – 4/73, 22.14 average)
Hasan Ali – 14 wickets
(best innings – 5/27, best match – 9/89, 8.92 average)
Pakistan Vs Zimbabwe 2021 Test Series Stats

The Moments

Pakistan had several memorable moments, while South Africa and Zimbabwe have some points to cheer about as well.

South Africa – Rising Young Team But Still Has Gaps To Fill

  • Pressure situations reveal the class of a player. Although Anrich Nortje only played 2 ODIs prior to IPL departure, his 4/51 & 3/53 in the middle overs gave Proteas hope. It was his 4 wickets in the 2nd ODI that stopped Pakistan from chasing the mammoth 342 score. Fakhar Zaman was left playing a lone hand as Nortje took out his partners. His wickets in the series? Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq among others.
  • Rassie van der Dussen – nominee for South Africa’s T20I, ODI, and cricketer of the year award, he has taken responsibility on his own shoulder. South Africa were reeling at 4-55 in the first ODI before Rassie’s maiden century – 123* rescued South Africa to 273, a winning total in the end. Couple of other handy fifties on the tour as well.
  • The new look order does the job – ODI captain Temba Bavuma’s 92, Klassen’s 50 & 36*, Aiden Markram with 3 consecutive T20I fifties (51,54, 63) are positives. Couple of fifties for David Miller & Quinton de Kock with a 80 well.
  • Find of the tournament for me was Janneman Malan. Superb timing. 70 (81) in the ODIs and 24 (16), 15(10), 55(40), 33 (28) in the T20Is provided South Africa the starts. QDK-Malan-Markram is exactly what SA need to drive forward.
  • Will he? Won’t he? Well he has finally decided. AB De Villiers retires. For real this time.

Pakistan – The Alis Rise to the Occasion (Abid, Azhar, Nauman, Hasan)

Pakistan Top Order a Class Apart in Limited Overs

  • We are living in the Babar Azam era. Except for the Zimbabwe series, Babar is having a good time, both with the bat and as a captain. Babar Azam overtook Virat Kohli’s reign at the top of the ICC ODI rankings. #10 in Tests and #3 on the T20I as well. Just the eighth captain in all of Test cricket to win four Test matches on a trot. Only Pakistani on that list.
  • Mohammad Rizwan continues on his merry way. 74*, 0, 73*, 0, 82*, 13, 91*. These are T20I numbers. Amazing stuff. I do not really mind the ducks if you can play 4 match-winning knocks in 2 series. Rizwan has been Pakistan’s hero for the past year, performing in overseas conditions consistently.
  • Just like Hasan Ali, Fakhar Zaman has yet to scale the heights of his 2017-2018 season. With Babar & Rizwan already in red hot form, Fakhar slotting as an opener was questionable. He repaid the selectors’ faith in style. Chasing 342 in the 2nd ODI, Fakhar Zaman scored possibly the best ODI knock in a losing cause—193 (155) (with 10 sixes), only to be run-out due to QDK’s guile. Until the 99th over of the match, it was anyone’s game. Followed this epic with a 101 in the very next game and 60 in a T20I.

Age is just a number

  • Abid Ali (33), Nauman Ali (34), Fawad Alam (35), Azhar Ali (36), and Tabish Khan (36) all came to the party in the Zimbabwe Test series.
  • Azhar Ali (126) and Abid Ali (215) combined for a magnificent 236-run partnership in the 2nd Test, batting Zimbabwe out of the match.
  • Fawad Alam is making each and every series count. Since his return, he has made a century in New Zealand (102), South Africa (109), and Zimbabwe (140). He has converted all of his four 50+ scores into centuries. Brilliant stuff.
  • Tabish Khan became the second oldest debutant for Pakistan. After toiling in domestic cricket for 19 years and after 598 wickets, Tabish finally received the international cap at the age of 36. Wicket in the first over as well.

The Test Bowling Unit Makes a Mark

  • Shaheen Shah Afridi, Nauman Ali, and Hasan Ali each took five-fors in the Zimbabwe Test Series.
  • Nauman, the left-arm orthodox, ended with figures of 5-86 to end Zimbabwe’s resistance in the final innings of the 2nd Test. Handy 97 (143) as well as a #9 batsman, combining for a 169-run partnership with Abid Ali.
  • Find of the victorious 2017 Champions Trophy campaign, Hasan Ali had a slight blip in his rising career. After a couple of years on the sideline and fighting back with a strong domestic performance, the energizer is back! Hasan Ali has been a revelation on his comeback – Most wickets for Pakistan in the SA T20I series and the Zimbabwe Test series. Truly deserved the Player of the Series award in the Zimbabwe series (4/53, 5/36, 5/27).
  • Take Shaheen lightly at your own peril. Opening bowler, death bowler, can do everything. 6 wickets in the SA ODIs and 3 in the T20Is, and figures of 4/43 & 5/52 versus Zimbabwe.

Imran Butt caught the attention of many as well. His 91 (236) set the tone in the Zimbabwe Test series. Five catches in the slips a pretty good job done as well.

Zimbabwe – Injuries, Memorable T20I Win, Humiliating Test Loss

  • Blessing Muzarabani has the height, pace, and bounce. At 24, he is one of Zimbabwe’s future stars. In a one-sided Test series, his 4/73 and 3/82 was quite a highlight. Babar Azam – 0(1) & 2 (8), Fawad Alam (140) , Azhar Ali (126) among his seven scalps.
  • Luke Jongwe was Zimbabwe’s hero in the 2nd T20I. Pakistan lost their way on a 119-run chase, bowled-out for 99. Jongwe’s figures? 3.5-0-18-4. 30* & 2/24 in the first T20I and 3/37 in the final match sums up a great series for Jongwe.
  • Sikander Raza was diagnosed of a bone-marrow infection operation (initially a cancer scare) and underwent a surgery. Raza was dearly missed with Brendan Taylor out of form and injury-list of Kyle Jarvis (COVID-19, malaria, tick bite fever), Sean Williams (sick), Craig Ervine (calf injury), Prince Masvaure, Wesley Madhevere,, & Tendai Chatara.

Ryan Burl Makes The Headlines

1. Ryan Burl exposes disparity between top nations and less-funded teams.

2. After social media outrage, Burl found a sponsor.

Squad Predictions for T20I World Cup

With 23-men squad for the T20I world possible now, here are my early squad predictions. Based on this Pakistan tour of Africa 2021, here is our early predictions:

South Africa

South Africa just released their squads for the tour of West Indies, which gives us some new hints.

  1. Quinton de Kock (WK), 2. Janneman Malan, 3. Faf du Plessis, 4. Rassie Van der Dussen, 5. Temba Bavuma*, 6. David Miller, 7. George Linde, 8. Chris Morris, 9. Kagiso Rabada, 10. Anrich Nortje, 11. Tabraiz Shamsi

Squad: 12. Heinrich Klassen, 13. Aiden Markram, 14. Andile Phelukwayo, 15. JJ Smuts, 146 Dwaine Pretorius, 17. Lungi Ngidi, 18. Bjorn Fortuin, 19. Lizaad Williams, 20. Kyle Verreynne, 21. Sisanda Magala, 22. Reeza Hendricks, 23. Keshav Maharaj

Wildcards: AB De Villiers (WK), Imran Tahir, Marco Jansen, Lutho Sipamla, Junior Dala, Pete van Biljon

*captain

Pakistan

For reference, here was our earlier WT20 watch for Pakistan’s squad in our Pak Vs NZ and the Pakistan leg of the Pak-SA series.. Some new faces have come into play, while some players have dropped off the list.

  1. Babar Azam (C), 2. Mohammad Rizwan (WK), 3. Fakhar Zaman, 4. Haider Ali, 5. Mohammad Hafeez, 6. Shadab Khan, 7. Faheem Ashraf, 8. Hasan Ali, 9. Haris Rauf, 10. Shaheen Shah Afridi, 11. Usman Qadir

Squad: 12. Imad Wasim, 13. Mohammad Hasnain, 14. Mohammad Nawaz, 15. Sarfaraz Ahmed (WK), 16. Sharjeel Khan, 17. Naseem Shah, 18. Imam-ul-Haq, 19. Danish Aziz, 20. Arshad Iqbal, 21. Zahid Mahmood, 22. Khusdil Shah/Hussain Talat/Asif Ali (lower order finisher), 23. Iftikhar Ahmed/Shoaib Malik

Wildcard: Sohail Tanvir, Zafar Gohar, Mohammad Wasim, Mohammad Musa/Aamer Yamin, Mohammad Amir (rumors has it he applied for UK passport in order to be available for the IPL)

Since Zimbabwe did not qualify for the 2021 T20 World Cup, we will not be looking into their squads.

Awards

South AfricaPakistanZimbabwe
Emerging PlayerJanneman MalanImran ButtLuke Jongwe
Surprise PackageAiden MarkramReturns of Fakhar Zaman & Hasan AliRegis Chakabva
Broken Cricket DreamAB De Villiers Retires. Like ActuallyMohammad Amir applies for British citizenshipBrendon Taylor’s form
Short Test Matches
Sikander Raza
Pakistan tour of Africa 2021 – The Awards

Where Do They Go From Here?

Lots of cricket action coming up!

  • South Africa head to the Caribbean for 2 Tests & 5 T20Is against the West Indies in June.
  • Pakistan tour England for 3 ODIs & 3 T20Is in July, followed by 5 T20Is & 2 Tests against the West Indies. There is a Pakistan Super League resumption in the UAE somewhere in the middle as well (if it gets finalized).
  • Zimbabwe travels to Ireland for a mega tour – 3 ODIs & 5 T20Is.

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