MI Cape Town appoints new captain after Rashid Khan gets ruled out of SA20

In the SA20 league, MI Cape Town, a prominent team, has witnessed a significant change in leadership ahead of the 2024 season. Initially, the team had announced ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan as their captain, but the Afghan cricketer is currently recovering from a back injury. Despite being named in Afghanistan’s squad for a T20I series in India, Rashid’s availability remains uncertain. The franchise has confirmed his unavailability and wished the 25-year-old all-rounder a swift recovery.

MI Cape Town announces leadership change for SA20 new season

In Rashid’s absence, MI Cape Town has appointed the talented all-rounder Kieron Pollard as the captain for the upcoming edition. This decision marks another chapter in the enduring partnership between the West Indian stalwart and the MI franchise, dating back to his impactful stint during the Indian Premier League (IPL)’s prime.

Pollard stands as one of the most celebrated players in MI’s history, having represented the Mumbai-based side for an impressive 13 years. Over this period, he accumulated 3412 runs in 189 games and claimed 69 wickets. Remarkably, his association with the franchise continues even after retiring from the Indian spectacle.

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MI Cape Town’s forgetable inaugural season and redemption strategy

MI Cape Town had a challenging inaugural season in the SA20 league, finishing at the bottom with just three wins from the group stage. Several losses came from winning positions, indicating that the outcome could have been different with more composure. The upcoming season will see MI Cape Town kick off its campaign against Durban Super Giants on January 11.

The Cape Town side boasts leading players such as Kagiso Rabada, Rassie van der Dussen, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer and Liam Livingstone in its squad, adding to the anticipation surrounding their performance in the upcoming SA20 season.

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