The Bermuda Cricket Board (BCB) announced the arrival of the Americas ICC Select Team, comprised of top cricket talent from across the Americas. They will compete in a series of highly anticipated matches against Bermuda's finest. The series kicks off on Wednesday, September 11th, with the Americas ICC Select Team facing the Bermuda Select Team at 3:30 PM at the National Sports Center North Field.
The Americas ICC Select Team will include top talent from the region, such as USA players Ali Sheikh, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Kwame Patton Jr., Vatsal Vaghela, and Aarin Nadkarni. The 5 players will provide a mix of spin bowling and middle order bats.
Renowned cricket coach Mahesh Hatkar from India will guide the team. Coach Hatkar will use the series to scout Bermuda’s players for areas of improvement. He has worked with the BCB senior men’s team in India and is currently offering his expertise to the BCB Under 19 Men’s National Select team.
Additionally, standout players from the Falkland Islands' left-handed all-rounder Phillip Stroud and Argentina's Tomas Rossi and Alan Kirschbaum are both talented middle-order batsmen and reliable bowlers. Luiz Muller of Brasil will be looking to add to his growing reputation.
Cricket Canada will provide Yuvraj Samra (opening batter) and are looking to add an opening pace bowler to the ICC America squad. The team will be completed with Marc Taylor of Bahamas, who will add more firepower to this team of All-Star Players.
Cal Blankendal, CEO of Bermuda Cricket Board, said, "We are delighted to welcome the Americas ICC Select Team to Bermuda for what promises to be an incredible series of matches. Cricket fans across the island have a great opportunity to see top-level international talent.
I encourage everyone to come out and support our Bermuda Select Team and these exciting international teams. This is a fantastic moment for cricket in Bermuda, and we look forward to showcasing our local talent and the beautiful game to the world."
This series guarantees an exciting display of international cricket and an opportunity for fans to witness the best from Bermuda and the Americas.
Tickets are available at www.ontrackbda.com or at the gate.
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