Pakistani Spinner Abrar Ahmed Signed by Indian-Owned Sunrisers Leeds in 'The Hundred' League
Summary
Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed has been signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds for the UK's 'The Hundred' league, marking the first Pakistani player in an Indian-owned franchise since 2009 amid ongoing cricket-politics tensions.
Key Points
- Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds for 'The Hundred' league.
- Abrar was purchased for £190,000 by Sunrisers CEO Kaviya Maran in the auction.
- Abrar becomes the first Pakistani player in an Indian-owned franchise since 2009 due to India-Pakistan political tensions.
- Political conflicts have significantly affected cricket relations, including IPL bans and World Cup exclusions involving Bangladesh and Pakistan.
