National Cricket League USA set to kick off at UT Dallas featuring several stars

The National Cricket League USA is all set to begin on October 4. Branded as a 10-day celebration of cricket, the Sixty Strikes Tournament will kick off the proceedings and will be played from October 4 to 14. The competition will feature stars from all over the world, alongside several forms of entertainment. 

Themed nights are said to be a major part of the NCL, helping to bring awareness to causes like domestic violence awareness, veterans’ appreciation, sustainability, among others.

The league recently took to Instagram and posted a video where several entertainment industry and cricketing stars like Sunil Gavaskar, Dinesh Karthik, Shahid Afridi, Suresh Raina, Sir Vivian Richards, Tamim Iqbal, Wasim Akram, Moin Khan, Shakib Al Hasan, Mika Singh, Nora Fatehi, and many more invited the fans to join the celebration of cricket in UT Dallas.

“Big faces, big excitement! Watch as the stars come together to invite YOU to the National Cricket League USA! This is your chance to witness world-class cricket and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot in the stands today!” the NCL captioned the post.

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It is also worth noting that the NCL was recently approved by the ICC (International Cricket Council). Furthermore, Arun Agarwal, the chairman of the NCL, recently came forward and talked about the launch of the league, highlighting how the competition is not only about cricket but also about bringing about change. 

“We’ve created something extraordinary with the National Cricket League. Not only is it about world-class cricket, but it’s about making a difference in the world through sport. These themed nights will inspire and connect fans to meaningful causes,” Arun Agarwal was quoted as saying by American Bazaar Online.

There are several themed nights in place as well; for instance, October 5 is a night dedicated to spreading awareness about domestic violence. October 6 will be the Community Partner Appreciation Night, with October 7 being Veterans’ night. The themes will continue up until October 10, with the playoffs of the tournament being held from October 12-14.