New Delhi, Aug 2 (UNI) Indian pacer Navdeep Saini is set to lead the pace attack for the West Delhi Lions in the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL), organised by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). The league will take place from August 17 to September 8, 2024, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
Navdeep Saini, who has represented India in two Tests, eight ODIs, and 11 T20Is, is a key player in the West Delhi Lions squad. The team also includes bowler Hrithik Shokeen, known for his performances with India's under-19 team.
The West Delhi Lions, owned by Excel Group Pvt Ltd, is one of six franchises unveiled on Friday in the presence of former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag and the DDCA Apex Council.
Speaking about the West Delhi Lions, franchise owner Rajan Chopra said, "We are thrilled to be part of the inaugural Delhi Premier League. The DPL offers a unique platform for showcasing the immense cricketing talent from Delhi. Our team is poised to make a significant impact, and we are committed to supporting our players in every way possible."
The inaugural T20 league season will feature 40 matches, including 33 games in the men's category and seven in the women's. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag has been announced as the brand ambassador for the inaugural season of the DPL.
The DDCA has launched the DPL as a premier T20 cricket competition, providing a stage for emerging players to excel and for seasoned professionals to entertain fans.
West Delhi Lions Squad:
Hrithik Shokeen, Navdeep Saini, Dev Lakra, Deepak Punia, Shivank Vashishth, Akhil Chaudhary, Ayush Doseja, Krish Yadav, Anmol Sharma, Jugal Saini, Ankit Rajesh Kumar, Vivek Yadav, Aryan Dalal, Masab Alam, Ekansh Dobal, Shivam Gupta, Yogesh Kumar, Suryakant Chauhan, Tishant Donal, Abrahim Ahmad Masoodi.
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