The cricketing world is buzzing with excitement as the much-anticipated Legend 90 League prepares to kick off from February 6 to 18, 2025, in Raipur. In a recent announcement, the full squads of the participating franchises have been revealed, featuring a lineup of cricketing legends that promises to deliver a thrilling and unforgettable tournament.
The Legend 90 League will showcase iconic players like former Indian cricket stars Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, and Ross Taylor, alongside international legends like former Australian captain Aaron Finch, former New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor, and former West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo. The 90-ball format promises a fast-paced and exciting twist on traditional cricket, and with such star power, this league is set to make a lasting mark in the world of cricket.
Dynamic Franchises and Exciting Player Line-Ups
With eight franchises participating in the tournament, including Chhattisgarh Warriors, Haryana Gladiators, Dubai Giants, Gujarat Samp Army, Delhi Royals, Big Boys, and Rajasthan Kings, the competition is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying events in the cricket calendar.
Chhattisgarh Warriors will field a powerful team with marquee players such as Martin Guptill, Suresh Raina, and Ambati Rayudu, while Delhi Royals will boast the star-studded duo of Shikhar Dhawan and Ross Taylor. Meanwhile, Haryana Gladiators will be captained by the legendary Harbhajan Singh, with Rajasthan Kings featuring former West Indies star Dwayne Bravo. Dubai Giants will be led by former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan.
Full Squads Announced for the 2025 Season
Dubai Giants
- Shakib Al Hasan, Thisara Perera, Kennar Lewis, Kevin O’Brien, Brendan Taylor, Liam Plunkett, Dwayne Smith, H. Masakadza, Richard Levi, Luke Fletcher, Rahul Yadav, Christopher M, Sid Trivedi, S. Prasanna.
Chhattisgarh Warriors
- Siddarth Kaul, Sheldon Jackson, Pawan Negi, Kevon Cooper, Suresh Raina, Vishal Kushwaha, Martin Guptill, Abhishek Sakuja, Ambati Rayudu, Amit Verma, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Amit Mishra, Rishi Dhawan, Kalim Khan, Unmukt Chand, Manoj Singh, Abhimanyu Mithun, Colin de Grandhomme.
Haryana Gladiators
- Pawan Suyal, Praveen Gupta, Abu Nechim, Anureet Singh, Imran Khan, Asela Gunaratne, Ishank Jaggi, Harbhajan Singh, Nagendra Chaudhary, Rikki Clarke, Peter Trego, Chadwick Walton, Manan Sharma.
Gujarat Samp Army
- Yusuf Pathan, Moeen Ali, Obus Pienaar, Saurabh Tiwary, Kesrick Williams, Jesal Karia, Miguel Cummins, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shapoor Zadran, Mohammad Ashraful, William Perkins, Navin Stewart, Abhishek, Chaturanga De Silva, Mausif Khan.
Big Boys
- Matt Prior, Ishan Malhotra, Monu Kumar, Chirag Gandhi, Tamim Iqbal, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Herschelle Gibbs, Upul Tharanga, Abdur Razzak, Shannon Gabriel, Varun Aaron, Niel Broom, Karamveer Singh, Robin Bist, Naman Sharma, Kapil Rana, Vinod Chanwariya.
Delhi Royals
- Shikhar Dhawan, Lendl Simmons, Danushka Gunathilaka, Angelo Perera, Sahard Lumba, Bipul Sharma, Lakhwinder Singh, Rajwinder Singh, Rayad Emrit, Ross Taylor, Jerome Taylor, Sumit Narwal, Parvinder Awana.
Rajasthan Kings
- Dwayne Bravo, Anki Rajpoot, Phil Mustard, Shahbaz Nadeem, Faiz Fazal, Shadab Jakati, Jaskaran Malhotra, Imran Tahir, Jaykishan Kolsawala, Rajesh Bishnoi, Corey Anderson, Pankaj Rao, Samiullah Shinwari, Rajat Singh, Ashley Nurse, Dawlat Zadran, Manpreet Gony.
A New Era for Cricket with the 90-Ball Format
The Legend 90 League is introducing a fresh and innovative format that promises to add a new dimension to the game. With just 90 balls per side, the fast-paced nature of the game will keep fans at the edge of their seats, making every moment of the tournament thrilling. The involvement of such a diverse and talented roster of players from around the world ensures that the competition will be fierce, with every team bringing a unique blend of skills, experience, and passion to the field.
Exciting Times Ahead for Cricket Fans
Shivain Sharma, Director of the Legend 90 League, shared his enthusiasm about the upcoming tournament: “We are thrilled to host such a unique and dynamic format with some of the biggest legends in cricket gracing the field once again. Fans can expect a thrilling display of skill, camaraderie, and entertainment.”
With its dynamic 90-ball format and star-studded rosters, the Legend 90 League is poised to become a game-changer in the world of cricket. As the tournament begins in Raipur on February 6, all eyes will be on the legendary players as they take the field to deliver some of the most exciting and unforgettable cricket action.