The Canada Cricket Team, in a recent visit to the USA for a five-match T20 series, suffered a 4-0 defeat, with one match abandoned due to rainfall. The recently elected chairman aims to apply changes in the platoon ahead of the T20 WC2024, checking players and management based on strict performance evaluations. Amjad Bajwa is aiming to uplift Canadian Cricket to new heights. He’s also seeking cooperation from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
T20WC2024 isn’t only a big boost for Canadian Cricket in provocation and attraction for fans but also ICC T20WC2024 will bring fiscal earnings. In terms of exercising finances from the T20 World Cup participation, Bajwa mentioned plans for training camps and development programs to enhance the skills of original players and expand Cricket’s reach in Canada.
The opening match of T20 WC2024 will be played between Canada and the USA on June 1 at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas. Canada will face Pakistan on June 11 at Nassau County International Stadium, New York. This is the same place where, before Pakistan, Canada will face Ireland on June 7 and face India on June 15. It’s also an intriguing fact that Amjad Bajwa is the first Pakistani leading Cricket Canada in operation and Pakistani-born Saad Bin Zafar will lead the Canada Men’s Cricket platoon for the first time in history during ICC T20WC 2024. The Final of the ICC T20WC 2024 will be played on June 29 at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados.
Addressing the infrastructural challenges facing Cricket in the country, Bajwa emphasized the need for cooperation from provincial and civil governments to enhance installations and give further grounds for players.
“We are meeting with regional and provincial governments to improve our infrastructure, gaining more grounds, and they are supportive of our efforts, especially after Canada’s qualification for the T20 World Cup,” he said.
Cricket Canada and ICC events
Canada, which has played in ICC ODI WCs 79, 2003, 2007, and 2011, will face Pakistan, India, USA, and Ireland in group-stage matches during ICC T20WC 2024 from June 1 to June 29. Cricket Canada, an associate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) since 1968, has never played bilateral series against ICC full members according to the competitive structure of the ICC.
Canada’s Cricket is set for a major moment as Amjad Bajwa, the first Pakistani-Canadian chairman of Cricket Canada, was tagged on April 14 during the annual general meeting (AGM) of Cricket Canada in Toronto, takes charge with ambitious plans for the sport’s future. With the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 on the horizon, Bajwa sees an occasion not just for financial earnings but also to strengthen relations with cricketing bootstrappers.
In inconclusive commentary, Bajwa reaffirmed his commitment to promoting Cricket in Canada and creating openings for youthful players. With a focus on structure, player development, and international relations, Bajwa’s administration is poised to uplift Canadian Cricket to new heights.
Cricket Canada’s Financial Situation
Cricket Canada is facing problems in financial operation, as the annual grant of Cricket Canada from the National Sports Organization (NSO) is about 100 thousand dollars only. After getting the chance to play T20WC2024, Bajwa discussed recent sponsorship agreements, noting the support from a major bank. He highlighted the significance of these hookups in furnishing fiscal stability for Cricket Canada and its players.
“The sponsorship deals have enabled us to provide contracts to players, ensuring they can focus on playing without financial worries,” he said.
