The cricketing giants are set to return to the USA for the much-anticipated US Masters T10 Season 2, which will take place from November 8 to November 12, 2024, in Texas. After a thrilling inaugural edition, this season promises to be even more exciting, with teams and players gearing up for a fast-paced, entertaining cricketing spectacle. The tournament will once again showcase cricket’s shortest and most action-packed format, making it a thrilling event for fans across North America.
Star-studded lineup set for battle: Suresh Raina and others
In keeping with the tradition of bringing global cricketing stars to the forefront, this season will feature some of the sport’s biggest names. Renowned players like Dwayne Bravo, Suresh Raina, Shoaib Malik, Misbah-ul-Haq, James Neesham, Angelo Perera, and Aaron Finch are among those expected to light up the tournament. These cricketing legends will compete for the coveted trophy while entertaining the passionate crowd. With the participation of these top-tier players, fans can expect plenty of thrilling contests, big hits, and memorable moments throughout the competition.
Draft sees massive participation
Ahead of the tournament, the player draft saw overwhelming interest, with more than 500 cricketers registering to be part of the action. With only 60 spots available for the competing franchises, the draft was highly competitive, ensuring that only the best players make it into the squads. The teams are now set, and each franchise is eyeing the trophy as they prepare to bring their A-game to the tournament.
Icon players for each team
California Bolts: James Neesham (New Zealand)
Detroit Falcons: Thisara Perera (Sri Lanka)
Chicago Players: Parthiv Patel (India)
New York Warriors: Misbah-ul-Haq (Pakistan)
Atlanta Riders: Nurul Hasan Sohan (Bangladesh)
Morrisville Unity: Harbhajan Singh (India)
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US Masters T10 League 2024: Squads
1. California Bolts Squad
Platinum Grade: Liam Plunkett (England)
Global Superstar: Colin de Grandhome (New Zealand)
Other Players: Shehan Jayasuriya, Bipul Sharma, Lahiru Milantha, Munaf Patel, Martin Guptill, Manpreet Gony , Samiullah Shinwari, Jon-Russ Jaggesar, Devendra Bishoo, Chris Benjamin, Mayank Tehlan, Hussain Talat, Kesrick Williams, Dhamika Prasad
2. Detroit Falcons Squad
Platinum Grade: Abdur Razzak (Bangladesh)
Global Superstar: Aaron Finch (Australia)
Other Players: Dawid Malan , Rayad Emrit, Angelo Perera , Dinesh Ramdin , Mashrafe Mortaza , Seekkuge Prasanna , Chaturanga De Silva , Ariful Haque, Lewis McManus, Imran Khan , Syed Rase, Enamul Haque Jr
3. Chicago Players Squad
Platinum Grade: Isuru Udana (Sri Lanka)
Global Superstar: Suresh Raina (India)
Other Players: Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Anureet Singh, Kennar Lewis, Pawan Negi, Kevin O’Brien, Ishwar Pandey, Jesse Ryder, William Perkins, Shubham Ranjane, Jesal Kariya, Abhimanyu Mithun, Shapoor Zadran, Al-Amin Hossain
4. New York Warriors Squad
Platinum Grade: Shaun Marsh (Australia)
Global Superstar: Dwayne Bravo (West Indies)
Other Players: Kamran Akmal, Sohail Khan, Umaid Asif , Mohammad Hafeez, Richard Gleeson, Ben Dunk, Sohail Tanvir, Hassan Khan, Manoj Tiwary, Unmukt Chand, Chris Wood, Sean Dickson, Imran Tahir
5. Atlanta Riders Squad
Platinum Grade: Ravi Bopara (England)
Global Superstar: Shoaib Malik (Pakistan)
Other Players: Samit Patel, Mohammad Irfan, Hammad Azam, Ricardo Powell, Kevon Cooper, Kamrul Islam Rabbi , Arafat Sunny, Benny Howell, Elias Sunny, Hamilton Masakadza, Rajdeep Darbar, Amila Aponso
6. Morrisville Unity Squad
Platinum Grade: Chadwick Walton (West Indies)
Global Superstar: Ashley Nurse (West Indies)
Other Players: Obus Pienaar, Saurabh Tiwary, Shannon Gabriel, Rumman Raees, Anwar Ali, Upul Tharanga, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Mukhtar Ahmed , Jasakran Malhotra, Navin Stewart, Carmi Le Roux, Yogesh Nagar, Jonathan Carter, Rajat Bhatia
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