Yuvraj Singh to Captain New York Superstar Strikers in LCT Season 2

Leadership Role for Yuvraj Singh: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has been appointed as the captain and icon player of the New York Superstar Strikers for the upcoming Legends Cricket Trophy (LCT) Season 2.

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Star-studded Team: Yuvraj will lead a formidable team consisting of prominent players such as Babar Azam, Rashid Khan, Keiron Pollard, and others

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Franchise Statement: The New York Superstar Strikers franchise emphasized Yuvraj's addition to the team, stating that it enhances the squad's expertise, skill, and leadership

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Tournament Format: The LCT Season 2 will feature a 90-ball format and will be held in Kandy, Sri Lanka, from March 7 to 18, offering a unique and exciting cricketing experience for both players and fans.

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Previous Season: The inaugural season of the tournament was played in the 20-over format in Ghaziabad last year, with the final ending in a washout and resulting in joint winners—Indore Knights and Guwahati Avengers.

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Format Details: In the LCT90BALLS format, each team's five bowlers can bowl three overs, with the captain having the option to choose one bowler to bowl four overs by the 60th ball,

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Anticipation for Season 2: With the introduction of Yuvraj Singh as captain and the shift to a 90-ball format, there is heightened anticipation for an exciting and competitive tournament in LCT Season 2,

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