Canada Unveils Squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Debut

Canada has named its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, marking the nation’s maiden appearance in the prestigious tournament. The squad, led by experienced all-rounder Saad Bin Zafar, will embark on a historic journey as they compete against cricketing giants on the global stage.

Experienced Skipper Leads the Charge

Saad Bin Zafar, a seasoned batter and left-arm orthodox spinner, will captain the Canadian side, bringing a wealth of international experience to the table. His leadership and tactical acumen will be crucial in guiding the team through the challenging group stage and beyond.

A Blend of Experience and Youth

The squad boasts a balanced mix of experienced campaigners and promising youngsters, reflecting Canada’s growing cricketing talent pool. Veterans like Aaron Johnson, Kaleem Sana, and Pargat Singh will provide stability and mentorship to the younger players, while the likes of Harsh Thaker, Jeremy Gordon, and Nicholas Kirton will inject youthful exuberance and energy into the side.

Reserves Ready to Step Up

A strong reserve contingent, including Tajinder Singh, Aaditya Varadharajan, Ammar Khalid, Jatinder Matharu, and Parveen Kumar, will provide additional depth and support to the main squad. These players will be ready to step in and contribute if called upon, ensuring that Canada has the necessary firepower to navigate the rigors of the tournament.

Canada T20 Squad for ICC T20 World Cup

Canada’s maiden T20 World Cup campaign will kick off on June 1 when they face hosts USA in Dallas. The team is placed in Group A alongside cricketing powerhouses India, Pakistan, and Ireland, making for an exciting and challenging group stage.

BATTERS:

1. Aaron Johnson
2. Kanwarpal Tathgur
3. Nicholas Kirton
4. Pargat Singh
5. Ravinderpal Singh

ALL-ROUNDERS

6. Junaid Siddiqui
7. Navneet Dhaliwal
8. Dilpreet Singh

WICKET-KEEPER

9. Shreyas Movva

BOWLERS

10. Saad Bin Zafar (Captain)
11. Dillon Heyliger
12. Harsh Thaker
13. Jeremy Gordon
14. Kaleem Sana
15. Rayyan Pathan

RESERVES:

Tajinder Singh
Aaditya Varadharajan
Ammar Khalid
Jatinder Matharu
Parveen Kumar

Canada’s Group Stage Schedule

Date	Match	Venue
June 2	Canada vs USA	Dallas
June 7	Canada vs Ireland	New York
June 11	Canada vs Pakistan	New York
June 15	Canada vs India	New York

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