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Jason Roy to play for Glasgow Cosmic in ETPL
Veteran England opener Jason Roy has joined Glasgow Cosmic for the inaugural European T20 Premier League (ETPL), the franchise announced on Tuesday. The 36-year-old, known for aggressive strokeplay, has not played for…
The Story in Brief
Veteran England opener Jason Roy has joined Glasgow Cosmic for the inaugural European T20 Premier League (ETPL), the franchise announced on Tuesday. The 36-year-old, known for aggressive strokeplay, has not played for England since 2023 but remains active in T20 leagues. Roy said he was excited when the captain called. Team CEO Rashid Ali Khan called him one of the most accomplished players of his generation. The ETPL runs from August 26 to September 20 and features six franchises from Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Netherlands, and Scotland.
The Indian Opinion
Roy's signing is being sold as a coup for the new league, but the 36-year-old has not played for England since 2023. Fans should watch his strike rate, not his name. If he fails to dominate in Scotland, the hype will look hollow. The real test: how many runs he scores against the Dutch and Irish attacks.
Source: rediff.com
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