Yuvraj Singh, the former stalwart of Indian cricket, has been appointed as the captain and icon player for the New York Superstar Strikers for the upcoming Legends Cricket Trophy (LCT) Season 2. The league is set to be played from March 7-18 in Kandy, Sri Lanka, and promises an exciting spectacle with its 90-ball format.
The New York Superstar Strikers squad brings forth a formidable ensemble of cricketing talent. With seasoned campaigners like Dan Christian and Jerome Taylor at the helm, the team appears poised for a compelling campaign. The roster also boasts the likes of Isuru Udana, Asela Gunaratne, and Alviro Petersen, each contributing unique skills to bolster the team’s performance.
Further fortifying the lineup are Nuwan Pradeep, Chamara Kapugedera, and Ricardo Powell, who are primed to make notable impacts on the field. Carl Crowe, the head coach of the New York Superstar Strikers, expressed anticipation for the forthcoming season.
“I am truly impressed with the squad we’ve assembled. Each player brings something unique to the table, and I have full confidence in their abilities to perform at their best. With the right combination of experience and talent, we’re ready to take on any challenge that comes our way,” Crowe said in an official statement.
“I am thrilled to step onto the field for the Legends Cricket Trophy alongside the sporting icons of the game. Getting to lead these legendary icons will be an exciting time, and I am looking forward to the tournament and to create some new memories,” said Yuvraj Singh as quoted by News18.
Draft Signings:
The New York Superstar Strikers have added depth to their squad with notable draft signings, including Chadwick Walton, Lahiru Thirimanne, Shadab Jakati, Rahul Sharma, Manpreet Gony, Yuvraj Singh, Dan Christian, Jerome Taylor, Isuru Udana, Asela Gunaratne, Alviro Petersen, Nuwan Pradeep, Chamara Kapugedera, and Ricardo Powell.