Venkatesh Iyer is all set to make his County Cricket debut with Lancashire, adding another chapter to the storied tradition of Indian players gracing English county sides.
The 29-year-old allrounder, who played for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League, will showcase his talents in the One-Day Cup and a couple of County Championship games.
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With an impressive List A record, averaging over 44 with a strike rate exceeding 100, Iyer's inclusion is a significant boost for Lancashire.
His statement reflects his enthusiasm: "Playing county cricket for Lancashire, a historic club with a legacy of Indian players, is incredibly exciting. I'm eager to follow in the footsteps of legends like Farokh Engineer, Sourav Ganguly, and VVS Laxman."
This stint in English conditions promises to enhance Iyer's game, and fans can look forward to some thrilling performances as he dons the Red Rose at Emirates Old Trafford.
We have completed the signing of India international, @VenkateshIyer, with immediate effect for the @OneDayCup and @CountyChamp. ✍🇮🇳
— Lancashire Cricket (@lancscricket) July 26, 2024
Welcome to Lancs, Venky!
🌹 #RedRoseTogether
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