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Los Angeles Knight Riders Announces Full Squad for Season 2

Los Angeles Knight Riders - LAKR Official Banner

The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated Major League Cricket (MLC T20) American cricket league in July 2024. Amidst the buzz, the Los Angeles Knight Riders have announced their full squad, a lineup that can defeat any team with talent and determination. The LA Knight Riders players are warming up for the tournament on different stages and leagues. Notably, star performers such as Sunil Narine and Andre Russell have impressed everyone in Indian Premiere League with their explosive batting and big sixes that further spice up the tournament.

LAKR - Internaional Players
LAKR International Retained Players

The team is led by experienced Trinidadian cricketer Sunil Narine who is known for his elusive spin bowling and explosive batting at the opening position. Alongside him is the English powerhouse Jason Roy, forming an opening duo capable of dismantling any bowling lineup from the first delivery. The participation of Andre Russell is pivotal; his ability to alter the course of the game with his powerful sixes and potent bowling is invaluable. Additionally, foreign players such as Adam Zampa and Spencer Johnson are integral components of the formidable LAKR roster for 2024.

The LAKR squad also features emerging local talents like Ali Khan, Nitish Kumar and Unmukt Chand, who bring energy and into the team. This strategically selected lineup which is a combination of seasoned and budding players, crucial for the team’s success in the league.

LAKR Local Players
LAKR Domestic Retained Players

Cricket is very new in this part of the world, and it has been introduced recently on such a high level. The MLC T20 League is considered to be the new era of sports in America. The Los Angeles Knight Riders is making a significant contribution to foster cricketing sports on the West Coast. The professional LAKR Twenty20 cricket team is established in 2020 and has quickly become a cornerstone of Major League Cricket (MLC).

LAKR Owner - Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan posing with IPL winning trophy

Owned by the renowned Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan’s Knight Riders Group, the LA Knight Riders are set to make Los Angeles, California, their home. LAKR’s home ground is to be based at the Great Park Cricket Stadium in Irvine, California and is anticipated to be completed by 2024-2025. This state-of-the-art stadium in California will host up to 10,000 spectators on the West Coast which will help in fostering cricket sports in America.

As Major League Cricket continues to unfold, the LA Knight Riders is a team to watch. With their explosive batting and bowling even better in fielding, this side is poised to win MLC t20 title this year.

The full player list for MLC 2024 is given below

The list will be updated as players are signed.

Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Roy, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson, Ali Khan, Unmukt Chand, Nitish Kumar, Corne Dry, Saif Badar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Derone Davis, Adithya Ganesh, Matthew Tromp