Lanka Premier League 2023: Colombo Strikers Rope in Imam-ul-Haq for Upcoming Season of Tournament
The Pakistan cricketer has replaced Ireland's wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker in the Colombo Strikers team. Imam-ul-Haq has scored 2143 runs in 78 matches in his T20 career so far. The top-order batter has notched 20 half-centuries in T20s.
Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 15: The Colombo Strikers have roped in opening batter Imam-ul-Haq for the upcoming season of the Lanka Premier League. The Pakistan cricketer has replaced Ireland's wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker in the Colombo Strikers team. Imam-ul-Haq has scored 2143 runs in 78 matches in his T20 career so far. The top-order batter has notched 20 half-centuries in T20s. Speaking about joining the Colombo Strikers, Imam-ul-Haq said, "The Colombo Strikers have a fantastic team and I am thrilled to join the side. I am really looking forward to have a great experience to play with many many talented players." Suresh Raina's Name Remains Uncalled in LPL 2023 Auction, Confusion Created Over Participation of Former CSK Cricketer in Sri Lankan T20 League.
Colombo Strikers' Icon Player Babar Azam also welcomed Imam-ul-Haq to the squad, "Imam is a very skilful cricketer. His addition to our side is a huge boost for us. The youngsters in our team will also have a chance to learn from him."
Meanwhile, team owner Sagar Khanna said, "Imam is a very experienced cricketer and we are delighted to have him on our side. He can anchor the innings for us and add stability to the side. I hope that he has a fantastic time with Colombo Strikers."
The Colombo Strikers will take on Jaffna Kings in their first match of the LPL on July 30, 2023 in Colombo. (ANI)
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