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Indian cricket stars are highly sought after in various T20 leagues around the world due to their exceptional skills, huge fan following and ability to attract global attention. Many star players are not only cricket icons but also marketing powerhouses that significantly enhance the commercial appeal of tournaments. While BCCI restrictions prevent them from participating in foreign leagues, demand for Indian talent remains strong, with many leagues hoping for a policy change to include these players.
Speaking of the same, Alan Donaldlegendary South African fast bowler and SA20 league ambassador, expressed his excitement at seeing two superstars of Indian cricket grace South Africa’s domestic T20 league. Donald picked Indian cricketing superstars as the players he would love to witness in SA20, highlighting their potential to elevate the competition to unprecedented heights.
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SA20 2025 will start in January
Donald’s comments come at a time when the SA20 league is gearing up for its third season, set to begin on January 9, 2025. The league has already made a mark as one of the most exciting T20 tournaments outside the IPL, thanks to its attractive cricket. high-profile international players and the involvement of IPL franchise owners in team management. However, the inclusion of top-class Indian cricketers remains a distant dream due to the BCCI’s strict policies on players participating in foreign leagues.
Allan Donald names two Indian players he would like to see in SA20
During a virtual interaction with the media, Donald did not hold back his admiration for the Indian duo of Virat Kohli and jasprit bumrah. Enthusiastically expressing that he would emulate Kohli as a batsman and unequivocally choose Bumrah as a bowler, Donald underlined his extraordinary talent, consistency and game-changing abilities. Their comments reflected an understanding of their global appeal and the unparalleled star power they bring, emphasizing the immense value these players add to any cricket event.
“Oh my gosh, that’s… where do I start? Where do I start getting a player from there? My God, my God. If I am a batsman, I am Virat Kohli all around. If he is a bowler, 100 per cent Bumrah. 100 percent” Donald said as quoted by Times of India.
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