Middlesex look to Yuvraj for Twenty20 Cup

[Sachinism]

Cricinfo staff Middlesex have confirmed that they are in talks to sign Yuvraj Singh as their second overseas player for this year's Twenty20 Cup, after their original target, Sachin Tendulkar, turned down an offer in a bid to prolong his international career. Yuvraj, who famously hit Stuart Broad for six sixes in an over in the inaugural World Twenty20 in September 2007, has been earmarked as an explosive sidekick to the former Australian wicketkeeper, Adam Gilchrist, who confirmed back in November that he would be joining the county. "We have been in talks with Yuvraj about the possibility of him playing Twenty20 cricket this summer," Angus Fraser, Middlesex's director of cricket, told Cricinfo. "The contract is not in place at this moment in time, but we're in communication, and it seems to be going quite positively." With the deal being part-financed by the MCC, the major stumbling block to negotiations will be India's as-yet-unconfirmed international schedule. The Twenty20 Cup group stages are scheduled to run from June 1 to July 18, with the finals to follow in August, although India are expected to announce a tri-series involving Sri Lanka, and possibly New Zealand, commencing on July 9. Middlesex were the winners of the 2008 Twenty20 Cup, and took part in the ill-fated Stanford Super Series in October and November that year, but they failed to qualify from the group stage of last year's competition. -- CG gonna love this

[cowboysfan]

what a tappu,instead of healing and getting fitter he wants to play more t20.

[Gunner_Mania]

Cricinfo staff "We have been in talks with Yuvraj about the possibility of him playing Twenty20 cricket this summer," Angus Fraser, Middlesex's director of cricket, told Cricinfo. "The contract is not in place at this moment in time, but we're in communication, and it seems to be going quite positively."

Middlesex and their big mouth. Said the same thing with Sachin before he had agreed and finally he politely declined saying I want to concentrate on test cricket and need the rest. Yuvi also needs to keep himself fit rather than playing 20-20 tourney at Lords.

[achilles]

If Yuvraj actually goes to Middlesex or any county or team outside India for that matter and wins the T20 cup with them, while :kxip: fail to reach the finals, it will be a great slap in the face for the "smart" people who decide to kick him out of captaincy from his own team :hehe:. It will be even better to see him playing for a non-Indian franchise in the Champions League T20 and winning the CLT20 with that team :yay:

[CricketGirl]

Middlesex look to Yuvraj for Twenty20 Cup Text size: A | A Middlesex have confirmed that they are in talks to sign Yuvraj Singh as their second overseas player for this year's Twenty20 Cup, after their original target, Sachin Tendulkar, turned down an offer in a bid to prolong his international career. Yuvraj, who famously hit Stuart Broad for six sixes in an over in the inaugural World Twenty20 in September 2007, has been earmarked as an explosive sidekick to the former Australian wicketkeeper, Adam Gilchrist, who confirmed back in November that he would be joining the county. "We have been in talks with Yuvraj about the possibility of him playing Twenty20 cricket this summer," Angus Fraser, Middlesex's director of cricket, told Cricinfo. "The contract is not in place at this moment in time, but we're in communication, and it seems to be going quite positively." With the deal being part-financed by the MCC, the major stumbling block to negotiations will be India's as-yet-unconfirmed international schedule. The Twenty20 Cup group stages are scheduled to run from June 1 to July 18, with the finals to follow in August, although India are expected to announce a tri-series involving Sri Lanka, and possibly New Zealand, commencing on July 9. Middlesex were the winners of the 2008 Twenty20 Cup, and took part in the ill-fated Stanford Super Series in October and November that year, but they failed to qualify from the group stage of last year's competition. Does Yuvraj deserve this?? discuss!

[IKnowU]

I hate how players can just rock up and play for any club or state/province like Big bash, IPL and county. The cricketing world needs to be more professional and implement contracts that are more strict in allowing the players to represent other teams. They should follow leagues like EPL and NBA. In how professional and clinical they are with their management aspects.

[ludhianvi]

The fact that he is no longer the captain of KXIP, I hope that is not a sign that he'll not be there in IPL4 with KXIP. KXIP without Yuvi would be emptiness. A team without any soul.

[Zap_Brannigan]

They should follow leagues like EPL and NBA. In how professional and clinical they are with their management aspects.

There already is. It's called international competition.

[Desi Cartman]

what a tappu' date='instead of healing and getting fitter he wants to play more t20.[/quote'] :dito:

[bobbydhillon]

The fact that he is no longer the captain of KXIP, I hope that is not a sign that he'll not be there in IPL4 with KXIP. KXIP without Yuvi would be emptiness. A team without any soul.

he is mumbai indian next yr, mark this post.

[Desi Cartman]

^ actually :kkr: is more desperate for someone who can carry their team.

[mhr123]

^^ abey chal , we have the services of :punter:

[achilles]

^^ Huddd. You bought out 's contract :yay:

[CricketGirl]

Middlesex and their big mouth. Said the same thing with Sachin before he had agreed and finally he politely declined saying I want to concentrate on test cricket and need the rest. Yuvi also needs to keep himself fit rather than playing 20-20 tourney at Lords.

on the other hand maybe being away from the distractions of participating in stoopid celeb shows, working out more, a better diet will prepare him better anyway!! on my own selfish agenda!! Junior loves yuvi to bits (more so than SRT!! :wall:) so he will be pleased if he chooses to accept!!

[jusarrived]

he is mumbai indian next yr' date=' mark this post.[/quote'] I have a feeling Viru will be in MI

[achilles]

^ He's already throwing hints around in his style. Subtlety, not really his cup of tea :--D

[The Outsider]

on my own selfish agenda!! Junior loves yuvi to bits (more so than SRT!! :wall:) so he will be pleased if he chooses to accept!!

Chalo, the good thing is he doesn't have to waste too much time on cricket then.

[CricketGirl]

Chalo' date=' the good thing is he doesn't have to waste too much time on cricket then.[/quote'] :whine:

[Ram]

Congrats Middlesex for winning this year's domestic T20 championships! :two_thumbs_up:

[ludhianvi]

he is mumbai indian next yr' date=' mark this post.[/quote'] What's this 'mark my words' . :hitler: Stop him Bobby You know at times, one wonders how much of the franchise think tank actually research and are knowledgeable about the players. Take for instance during the recent auction of the u19 players : Menaria, Harmeet, and Harshal Patel, I think Priety or someone asked can you tell us what they do? If these guys dont know about the u19 team which was playing the WC then, then I am a bit skeptical how they pick the other players.