Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh is set to make a return to the cricket field as he takes on the role of captain for the New York Superstar Strikers in the upcoming season of the Legends Cricket Trophy. Yuvraj has been designated as the icon player for the team, a decision that has significantly enhanced the squad’s potential by bringing in a wealth of experience, talent, and leadership qualities. This move strengthens the New York Superstar Strikers’ readiness to excel in the upcoming tournament.
Under Yuvraj’s leadership, the team will feature prominent players like Pakistan’s Babar Azam and Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan, alongside Keiron Pollard, Imam Ul Haq, Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Asif Ali, and Mohammad Amir. The tournament, which introduces a unique format with each innings consisting of 90 balls, is scheduled to commence in Kandy, Sri Lanka, and will run from March 7 to 18.
Yuvraj’s appointment as captain has generated significant excitement for the New York Superstar Strikers’ participation in the upcoming Legends Cricket Trophy Season 2, igniting enthusiasm among cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Sagar Khanna, the owner of the Tam team, expressed his enthusiasm for Yuvraj’s inclusion, stating, “We’re thrilled to have Yuvraj Singh on board as our captain and icon player. His exceptional skills and leadership qualities will undoubtedly elevate the team’s performance.” Khanna emphasized the team’s objective, stating, “Our aim with the New York Superstar Strikers is to become the most formidable team, both in terms of gameplay and skill. With Yuvraj Singh leading the way and the talented lineup we’ve assembled, we are poised to realize this vision.”
In line with the innovative rules of the Legends Cricket Trophy Season 2, the New York Superstar Strikers are gearing up to adapt their strategies to the unique LCT90BALLS format. With regulations stipulating the use of five bowlers, each allowed to bowl three overs, along with a strategic twist allowing the bowling captain to designate one bowler for four overs by the 60th ball, the New York Strikers are prepared to showcase their tactical prowess on the field.
