Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh emphasizes the significance of Legends League Cricket (LLC) as a unique opportunity for players worldwide, offering a platform to earn a livelihood outside their home countries. The upcoming LLC 2023 finals, featuring Harbhajan Singh’s Manipal Tigers and Suresh Raina’s Urbanrisers Hyderabad, promise an exciting clash in Surat on Saturday.
During a pre-match press conference, Harbhajan Singh shared his perspective on post-retirement cricket, expressing gratitude for opportunities like LLC. He highlighted the challenges faced by players from countries without regular jobs, citing LLC as a crucial avenue for them.
Harbhajan Singh shared a poignant anecdote about a player from Manipal Tigers, exemplifying the struggles some players encounter after retiring from professional cricket. He emphasized how LLC provides a lifeline for those less privileged, allowing them to extend their careers and support their livelihoods.
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Suresh Raina, echoing similar sentiments, emphasized the significance of LLC as a platform for players to showcase their skills and play competitive cricket. Both captains, teammates in the Indian Cricket team and other leagues, expressed their joy in participating in the inaugural season of Legends League Cricket.
The highly anticipated finals, scheduled for Saturday at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat, will feature cricket legends like Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Martin Guptill, Md Kaif, and Praveen Kumar. The tournament, embraced by fans across various cities, has witnessed overwhelming support, turning stadiums into vibrant arenas.
Raman Raheja, CEO of Legends League Cricket, expressed gratitude to the fans and cities for their warm welcome, anticipating an electrifying final in the sold-out Lalbhai Contractor Stadium. The league has become a celebration of cricketing legends, uniting fans and players from different corners of the world.
-IANS
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