Published: Nov 21, 2017, 01:03 PM (IST)
Edited: Nov 21, 2017, 09:07 PM (IST)
Cricket is ready to get an even shorter format as T10 Cricket League is about to unfolds in UAE this December. Bengal Tigers, one of the franchises, have appointed Sarfraz Ahmed as captain and Waqar Younis as coach. Both men excited to be a part of the novel contest. The tournament, featuring six teams, will have 10-overs-a-side matches played over 90 minutes.
No room for errors
Sarfaraz believes the cricketers can barely make any mistake in this short format. “Come and witness big sixes and four in the thrilling 90 minutes new format. I am excited to be part of the T10 and will leave no stone unturned to give you all a paisa-wasool dhamaka. In this new format there will be no room for either taking time or making mistakes. So, join us to experience a new era of super-fast and super exciting version of cricket and spread your support for Bengal Tigers.”
‘Barrage of runs’ and ‘reckless fall of wickets’
Waqar added: “Excited and thrilled to be part of this new passion packed tournament which will be played in December. I can guarantee that cricket fan will love seeing the barrage of runs one side and the reckless fall of wickets on the other side. It would definitely be action packed league along with fun, frolic and entertainment. Additionally, I am confident that Bengal tigers hold a strong chance of winning this tournament due to the strong lineup of the all-rounder cricketers in the team along with never-say-die attitude captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, who has been on the periphery of the Pakistan squad for quite some time. I am Thankful to Mr Anis Sajan, owner of the team and looking forward to this wonderful league.”
Lot of actions on the cards
Bengal Tigers owner Anis Sajan said: “I’m very happy to be a part of the T10 cricket league because of its fast pace nature and I believe this tournament has a bright future. Fans can expect a lot of action because of its shorter format and as there is going to be lots of fours and sixes hit at the same time a lot of wickets falling as the players will try to clear the boundaries. When it comes to cricket the first names that comes is Bengal Tigers as Mr Cricket is acquainted with it and that is the reason we are a team to beat.”
