American Premier League (APL) Cricket

What is American Premier League ?

The American Premier League, owned and promoted by Jay Mir is a Twenty20 cricket league based in the United States of America. APL T20 league is scheduled to start on October 6, 2009. It is unsanctioned by the ICC, the sports world body, and as a result is regarded as a "rebel" league.

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APL to seek Sir Richard Hadlee’s as Board Member

April 30, 2009 # 10:36 am # General # No Comment

American Premier League to seek Sir Richard Hadlee’s Services as Board Member

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American Premier League is the dream child of entrepreneur Jay Mir. He is the CEO of American Sports And Entertainment Group. Inc. The man has been clairvoyant enough to believe that there is a lacuna left in American sports and that can be duly filled by cricket. Yes, it would be difficult for the Americans to love the test variant straightaway or find time for the one-day format, but T20 is a big hit everywhere.

It draws magnificent crowds wherever it’s played. Already, the IPL is a huge hit and sponsors are walking the merry slope of banks. APL might lack in crowd support but it amply makes up for it with venue selection and its expert panel. To be played at Staten Island (New York), the stadium will be set against Statue of Liberty and River Hudson.

American premier League has called upon the services of Ex-West Indian Coach Richie Richardson. He will be donning the mantle of coach of Premium West Indies side and also be the recruiter. The board has sought Sir Richard Hadlee for being one of the Board Members. Already, he has confirmed for the designation of Executive Consultant.

With a player like him, widely respected in cricketing circles, joining the APL, the league will draw a lot of credibility. It needs a lot of it as APL has drawn the wrath of ICC and might emerge as the second Rebel League post ICL.

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