New Delhi [India], July 23 (ANI): Former India stars Yusuf Pathan and Ambati Rayudu are set to return to aggressive cricket as they gear as much as characterize Indian Royals within the second version of the Asian Legends League, scheduled to be held in Lusaka, Zambia, from July 30 to August 10.
The six-team competitors will function legendary cricketers from throughout Asia representing Indian Royals, Sri Lankan Lions, Bangladesh Tigers, Afghanistan Pathans, Pakistan Panthers, and Rest of Asian Stars, based on a launch.
The match might be broadcast reside in India on Sony Sports Network as a part of a three-season broadcast partnership.
Yusuf Pathan, who will headline the Indian Royals, stated he’s trying ahead to reliving the thrill of the sport alongside fellow legends.
‘I’m actually excited to be part of the Asian Legends League Season 2, ranging from July 30. This league is a implausible platform the place former cricketers from throughout Asia come collectively as soon as once more and produce again nice recollections of the sport. I’m trying ahead to being part of this superb journey and entertaining cricket followers as soon as once more. Come and cheer for my workforce, Indian Royals.’
Former India batter Ambati Rayudu, who may even characterize the Indian Royals, echoed related pleasure forward of the match.
‘I’m actually excited to be part of the Asian Legends League Season 2, ranging from July 30. I’m actually excited to be part of this superb journey and entertaining cricket followers as soon as once more. Come and cheer for my workforce, Indian Royals.’
Season 2 guarantees an thrilling mix of nostalgia and aggressive cricket, that includes a number of famend former worldwide stars, together with Thisara Perera, Shakib Al Hasan, Asghar Afghan, Mohammad Hafeez, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Naman Ojha, Rishi Dhawan, Upul Tharanga, Isuru Udana, Danushka Gunathilaka, Dilshan Munaweera, Asela Gunaratne, Imran Nazir, Saeed Ajmal, Umar Akmal, Yasir Shah, Mohammad Irfan, Alok Kapali, and Malinda Siriwardana, with extra marquee names anticipated to be introduced quickly.
The Asian Legends League has rapidly established itself as one of many premier legends cricket tournaments, bringing collectively iconic gamers from throughout Asia whereas celebrating the area’s wealthy cricketing heritage and fierce rivalries.
This yr’s version, being hosted in Zambia on account of logistical and geopolitical issues, is predicted to ship one other memorable spectacle for cricket followers all over the world. (ANI)