Filmmaker Priyadarshan, along with entrepreneurs Sohan Roy and T. S. Kaladharan, are among the owners of the six franchises selected for the upcoming T20 Kerala Cricket League, organized by the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA). The league will feature six teams and will take place at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, ??starting September 2 2024??.

The selected franchisees for the upcoming T20 Kerala Cricket League are:

1. S Priyadarshan Jose Patara Consortium
2. Sohan Roy (Aries Group)
3. Sajad Seth (Finesses Consortium)
4. T. S. Kaladharan (Console Shipping Services India Pvt Ltd)
5. Subhash George Manuel (Enigmatic Smile Rewards Pvt Ltd)
6. Sanju Muhammad (EKK Infrastructure Ltd)

New talent across the region through the League

KCA governing council chairman Nazir Machan stated that the league aims to discover and nurture new talent. KCA secretary Vinod S Kumar highlighted that actor Mohanlal’s involvement as the league’s brand ambassador has generated significant excitement. KCA member P. J. Nawaz also attended the event.

The league will follow the rules and regulations set by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC). Matches will be broadcast on Star Sports 2 and in HD, with plans for digital streaming as well. Over 19 days, including two reserve days, the league will feature 33 matches play?ed by six teams. Only players registered in Kerala will be eligible to compete.

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KCA unveils the Kerala Cricket League logo, ahead of players auction

On Friday, the Kerala Cricket Association unveiled the official logo of the Kerala Cricket League at a ceremony. International cricketer and KCL icon Sanju Samson revealed the logo, whi??ch was presented in the presence of the team franchises participating in the league. The event also showcased the logo of individual franchises before the official b??idding. The auction set to take place on August 10, whereas  matches will be held at the Greenfield International Stadium from September 2 to 19.

“The player auction for the Kerala Cricket League is scheduled for Saturday, , at the Hyatt Regency, starting at 10 AM. The auction briefing was conducted by the renowned Charu Sharma, followed by a mock auction to familiarize the franchises with the process,” an official press release by KCA told.

The auction will be organized into three categories:

Category A: Players with IPL and Ranji Trophy experience, with a base salary of â‚? lakh.
Category B: C K Naidu, U-23, U-19 State, and U-19 Challengers players, with a base salary of â‚? lakh.
Category C: U-16 state players, university players, and club cricketers,?? with a base salary of â‚?0,000.

Each player will be auctioned to the highest bidder, and the event will be broadcast live on Star Sports Three and the OTT platform Fancode. Icon players such as P. A. Abdul Basit, Sachin Baby, Mohammad Azharuddin, Basil Thampi, Vishnu Vinod, and Rohan S. Kunnammal have already been selected for the league.

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The stage is set for an exciting showdown in the Global T20 Canada 2024 between Number three and four, Bangla Tigers Mississauga and Toronto Nationals, face off in???? Eliminator at Brampton’s CAA Centre in Ontario on Friday.

Bangla Tigers have won their four matches out of seven , while Toronto Nationals won three out of seven in the fixture. Both the teams ha?ve one match without any result. The winner of Eliminator will face the loser of the Qua?lifier 1.

Global T20 Canada 2024, BTM vs TOR: Eliminator

• Date and Time: August 9, 1:30 am IST (Aug 10)/ 4:00 pm Local/  8:00 pm GMT
• Venue: CAA Centre, Brampton, Ontario

CAA Centre, Brampton Pitch Report 

The CAA Centre pitch is tailor-made for entertaining, high-octane T20 cricket, with both batters and bowlers likely to have their moments.?? Captains winning the toss may look? to bat first and post big totals batting first.

BTM vs TOR, Dream 11 Prediction Picks

• Wicketkeeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Batters: Colin Munro, Iftikhar Ahmed, Ruston Chase
• All-Rounders: Shakib-Al-Hasan, David Wiese, Mohammad Nawaz, Curtis Campher
• Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Shoriful Islam, Junaid Siddique

BTM vs TOR, Dream 11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain

• Choice 1: David Wiese (c), Shakib-Al-Hasan (vc)
• Choice 2: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (c), Ruston Chase (vc)

BTM vs TOR, Dream 11 Prediction Backups

Saad bin Zafar, Dillon Heyliger, Unmukt Chand,?? Nikholas Kirton

Also READ: Global ?T20 Canada 2024: Complete Squads of all six teams

BTM vs TOR Dream 11 for today’s match ( August 9, 8:00 pm GMT)

Squads:

Bangla Tigers Mississauga Squad: Khalid Shah, Muhammad Waseem, Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Shakib Al Hasan(c), Curtis Campher, If?tikhar Ahmed, David Wiese, Dillon Heyliger, Gurpal Sidhu, Pargat Singh, Shoriful Islam, Rayyan Pathan, Odean Smith, Ali Khan, Hazratullah Zazai, Tajinder Dhillon, Nav Pabreja, Farhan Khan, Gurbaz Bajwa, Navjot Dosanjh, Ravinder Reddy

Toronto Nationals Squad: Colin Munro(c), Unmukt Chand(w), Andries Gous, Nicholas Kirt??on, Roston Chase, Mohammad Nawaz, Saad Bin Zafar, Jatinderpal Matharu, Jason Behrendorff, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Romario Shepherd, Nikhil Dutta, Armaan Kapoor, Rohit Paudel, K??anwar Mann, Dilraj Deol, Jagandeep Singh

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In a match that will be etched into Major League Cricket (MLC) folklore, Glenn Maxwell‘s colossal six propelled the Washington Freedom to a thrilling seven-wicket victory over the San Francisco Unicorns in Qualifier of the MLC 2024. Chasing a modest 146, Freedom were in trouble at 64/3 before Maxwell unleashed ?his power-hitting prowess to turn the game on its head.

San Francisco Unicorns have a stick

Batting first, the San Francisco Unicorns posted a competitive total of 145 runs in their allotted 19 overs. Hassan Khan, the tournament’s standout bowler, once again showcased his talent with a quickfire 57. However, the Unicorns’ innings was derailed by a brilliant spell from Rachin Ravindra, who claimed four wickets for just 11 runs to stifle the Unicorns’ momentum. Marco Jansen also chipped in with three wickets as the Freedom bowlers kept a tight leash on the Unicorns’ batting.

Glenn Maxwell’s masterclass

With the bat, Washington Freedom were off to a shaky start, losing their top three batters cheaply. The pressure was mounting on the Freedom, but then, Maxwell arrived at the crease. The Australian maverick wasted no time in asserting his dominance, launching into the Unicorns’ bowlers with reckless abandon.

The highlight of the innings, and perhaps the entire tournament so far, came when Maxwell deposited a H??assan delivery into orbit during the 15th over. The ??ball cleared the boundary with disdain, going a staggering 103 meters away. The crowd at the Grand Prairie Stadium was left in awe as they witnessed a shot that will be replayed for years to come.

Here’s the video:

A Monster @nttdata Six sent into the crowd by the Big Show, Glenn Maxwell ☄�#MLC2024 | #NTTData | #CognizantMajorLeagueCricket | #T20 | #SFUvWF pic.twitter.com/mYlRKlnQSP

— Major League Cricket (@MLCricket) July 26, 2024

Maxwell’s brutal hitting took the game away from the Unicorns. He raced to a fifty, providing the much-needed impetus to the Freedom chase. With Travis Head providing steady support, the duo ensured that Washington Freedom crossed the line wi?th seven wickets in hand and three balls t??o spare.

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Washington Freedom advance to the Final

The victory propels Washington Freedom into the final of the MLC 2024. They will be brimming with confidence after Maxwell’s match-winning heroics. On the other hand, the San Francisco Unicorns will be disappointed to miss out on the final, but they can take solace from their impressive performance throughout the tournament.

Hassan, despite conceding the longest six of the tournament, has been a revelation and will undoubtedly be a key player for the Unicorns in the future. The final promises to be a blockbuster clash and cricket fans around the world will be eagerly anticipa??ting the showdown between the two best teams in the tournament.

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Stuart Broad has expressed his confidence in Andrew Flintoff‘s ability to make a positive impact on English cricket upon his return as a coach. Flintoff, a former England cricketer and current Sky Sports commentator, is set to take charge of the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred competition this year.

Stuart Broad opens up about Andrew Flintoff’s return to cricket 

Broad, a veteran fast bowler himself, is excited to see Flintoff’s influence on the younger generation of players. He believes Flintoff’s experience and knowledge of the game will be invaluable to the Northern Superchargers, particularly for their young captain, Harry Brook.

Broad, on his punditry duties with Sky Sports, said, “It shows the best sides of our sport that we can get around one of its stars and bring him closer, back towards the game that he loves.”

Broad also highlighted Flintoff’s ability to inspire players, which he believes will be crucial in nurturing the next generation of English cricket stars.

“He’s at that great age where the players he’s now coaching, he’s probably their hero. The 2005 Ashes, the aura that Freddie had, to now go into a changing room with him and hear him speak about the style they want to play and him lead the group is really exciting. We know that he’s got a brilliant cricket brain and that he’s a cricket fan and has a lot of energy for it,” he added.

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Flintoff’s return to cricket signals a new chapter

Flintoff’s return to cricket as a coach marks a new chapter in his career. After a serious car accident in December 2022, his return to the sport he loves demonstrates his passion and dedication.

Broad also stated, “He was at a lot of the Ashes games last year under the radar just supporting us and it was brilliant to know that he was around and doing that. And I think the way the cricket family â€?without sounding too cheesy â€?has got around Fred, after what happened, has been incredible and it shows the strength of the wonderful game that we play.”

The legendary pacer added that The Hundred offers Flintoff an exciting platform t?o showcase his coaching abilities and potentially influence the future of English cricket.

“The players I’ve spoken to when Freddie’s been involved in the coaching staff have loved him,” he revealed.”

Broad’s confidence in Flintoff is a positive sign, and with his experience and leadership qualities, Flintoff has the potential to make a significant contribution to the Northern Superchargers and the development of young English cricketers.

Broad, concluding his take on Flintoff, predicted, “Ultimately he ended up as head coach of one of The Hundred franchises, I’m sure with half an eye on building him towards becoming an international coach in the future. I think having someone like Freddie Flintoff involved in the game is only going to inspire the next generation.”

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In the complex world of cricket administration, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has maintained a strict policy that prohibits Indian male cricketers from participating in foreign T20 leagues. This stance, rooted in safeguarding the interests of Indian domestic cricket and managing player workloads, has been consistent despite repeated calls for change from various quarters, including former players and cricket administrato?rs.

Historical context and policy formulation

The inception of this policy dates back to around 2010 when the Big Bash League (BBL) was being planned. Dr. Harry Harinath, a former director of Cricket Australia (CA), urged the BCCI to allow Indian players to participate in the BBL. Harinath’s vision included high-profile players like Rohit Sharma representing the Sydney Thunder, which he believed would boost the league’s appeal and bring in more fans and revenue.

However, the BCCI foresaw significant repercussions. Allowing Indian players to feature in overseas leagues would potentially divert eyeballs and sponsorship away from domestic cricket, particularly the Indian Premier League (IPL), which was rapidly becoming a global cricketing powerhouse. The IPL founders suggested a resolution to bar Indian players from foreign leagues and restrict IPL franchises from participating in friendly overseas matches. This move aimed to protect the IPL’s primacy and ensure that domestic cricket remained the backbone of Indian cricket.

Economic considerations

The economic disparity between the IPL and other T20 leagues is another critical factor. The total player purse in leagues like the ILT20 (USD 2.5 million) and SA20 (USD 2 million) is significantly lower than the salaries of top IPL stars. This makes overseas tournaments less attractive for India’s top cricketers. Moreover, the BCCI is concerned that allowing second or third-tier Indian players to play abroad might not provide them with sufficient playing opportunities, thus defeating the purpose of ??their participation.

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Domestic cricket and workload management

Protecting the integrity and schedule of domestic cricket is a paramount concern for the BCCI. Rahul Dravid, the former Indian men’s cricket team coach, emphasized that allowing Indian players to participate in foreign leagues would clash with the domestic season, particularly the Ranji Trophy, which is crucial for nurturing future Test cricketers. Notably, the BCCI conducts over 2500 domestic games annually, and ??the participation of key players in these tournaments is essential for maintaining the standard and competitiveness of ?domestic cricket.

The concept of workload management also plays a role. The BCCI aims to prevent player burnout and injuries by limiting their participation in addit?ional tournaments. The focus is on ensuring that Indian players are fit and available for national duties, including international series and major ICC tournaments.

Contrast with Women’s cricket

Despite the stringent restrictions on male Indian cricketers, the BCCI has not imposed similar rules on women cricketers, allowing them to participate in foreign leagues like the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) and The Hundred. This policy provides Indian women cricketers with valuable international exposure and experience, helping them enhance their skil?ls and compete at higher levels.

The decision to allow women cricketers to play abroad aims to promote and develop women’s cricket, which is still in its developmental stages compared to the men’s game. By gaining experience in foreign leagues, Indian women cricketers can contribute to the sport’s growth globally and improve the competitiveness of the national team.

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The 16th match of the Major League Cricket 2024 at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, witnessed a moment of absolute comedic chaos that left the crowd in stitches. With the San Francisco Unicorns batting first, the drama unfolded during the over bowled by Mitchell Shepherd.

The hilarious mix-up between Pat Cummins and Corey Anderson

Faced with a testing off-speed short ball, Pat Cummins of San Francisco Unicorns nudged it towards the left of the backward point. What transpired next defied logic and had everyone, from players to spectators, erup??ting in laughter.

Corey Anderson, the non-striker, completely misread the play. Assuming a single was on, he sprinted down the pitch, only to realize Cummins had barely dabbed the ball. Simultaneously, Cummins, perhaps momentarily caught off guard, also started running towards the wicketkeeper’s end.

The scene descended into a hilarious mix-up. Both batters, resembling startled deer caught in headlights, converged at the striker’s end. Panic ensued. The MI New York fielder, presented with a golden opportunity for a run-out, had a shy at the stumps. However, his throw lacked conviction, perhaps mirroring the overall befuddlement on the field.

Here’s the video:

Cummins??!😭😭 pic.twitter.com/4si6kT3Pt6

— Dora (@TheOffSpinner4) July 19, 2024

Adding to the comedy of errors, the ever-alert Kieron Pollard, stationed near the crease for New York, attempted a desperate underarm flick towards the stumps. Unfortunately, Pollard’s throw mirrored the fielder’s effort – lacking direction and purpose.

The combined ineptitude of both sides left the bails undisturbed. Realizing the coast was clear, Anderson displayed a surprising burst of athleticism, diving full-length to regain his crease. Umpires signalled “no run,” and the laughter simmering throughout the sequence erupted in full force.

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San Francisco emerged victorious against MI New York

The San Francisco Unicorns secured a thrilling 3-run victory over the defending champions MI New York in ?a dramatic encounter at Grand ?Prairie Stadium in Dallas. This win not only confirms their playoff berth but also throws the qualification race wide open for the other teams.

The Unicorns were off to a shaky start, losing wickets in clusters. Left-handed Corey Anderson (59) steadied the ship with a fighting half-century, ably supported by a vital knock from Hassan Khan (44). Noshthush Kenjige (2-13) and Trent Bolt (2-35) were the pi?ck of the M??I New York bowlers, keeping the pressure on the Unicorns throughout the innings.

MI New York’s chase started brightly with a well-paced fifty from Dewald Brevis (56). However, the middle order faltered, and the dismissal of Nicholas Pooran (26) put the brakes on the chase.

Matt Short‘s three wickets (3-27) and some disciplined bowling from Brody Crouch (2-27) kept MI New York in check. Despite a late surge from Heath Richards, MI, ??New York fe?ll short by a narrow margin of 3 runs, their title defence hanging by a thread.

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