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Lahore Qalandars Announce Carlos Brathwaite as Captain for ExxonMobil Guyana
Global Super League 2024
Carlos Brathwaite Appointed Captain for GSL: Former West Indies captain and a core
member of Lahore Qalandars.
Experienced Leader: Brings a wealth of leadership experience and a strong understanding
of the game.
Knowledge of Guyanese Conditions: Familiar with Guyana’s pitches and playing
conditions, a key advantage for the Qalandars.
Mentor to Young Talent: Has developed strong relationships with Qalandars’ players,
particularly emerging talents, fostering a culture of mentorship.
Lahore Qalandars are delighted to announce Carlos Brathwaite as the captain for the upcoming Global Super League in Guyana. The former West Indies captain Brathwaite, brings valuable leadership experience, a strong understanding of the game, and familiarity with Guyana’s conditions to lead the team in this prestigious tournament.
Since joining Lahore Qalandars, Carlos Brathwaite has been an integral part of the squad over the years. His experience as a leader, both at the international and franchise levels, combined with his dynamic all-round abilities, has been instrumental for the Qalandars. His tenure with the team has allowed him to build strong relationships with the players, particularly the younger talents, fostering a culture of mentorship and camaraderie.
Brathwaite’s familiarity with Guyana’s conditions and pitches is a significant advantage for the Qalandars. As a former West Indies captain, he has played extensively in the Caribbean and has a nuanced understanding of how to adapt strategies to the unique playing surfaces and challenges presented in Guyana.
Sameen Rana, Team Owner of Lahore Qalandars, expressed his excitement about Brathwaite’s appointment: “Carlos has been a vital part of the Qalandars family and his leadership qualities make him the perfect choice to captain the team in the Global Super League. His experience, knowledge of the conditions in Guyana, and connection with the players will be key as we aim for success in this tournament.”
Darren Gough, Head Coach of Lahore Qalandars, added: “Carlos is not just a fantastic player but also a natural leader who commands respect on and off the field. His understanding of the game and his ability to mentor younger players make him aninvaluable asset. With his experience and tactical nous, I am confident he will lead the Qalandars to great heights.”
On being appointed captain, Carlos Brathwaite shared: “It’s an absolute honor to lead the Lahore Qalandars in the Global Super League. I’ve built incredible relationships within this team and I’m excited to take on this new challenge. The conditions in Guyana are familiar to me, and I’m looking forward to working with the players and management to deliver our best performance.”
The Qalandars are set to begin their journey in the Global Super League with high hopes and a
well-rounded squad. Under Brathwaite’s leadership, the team aims to showcase a blend of
seasoned experience and young talent, continuing their legacy of excellence in franchise cricket.
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Name of Author: Lahore Qalandars
Lahore Qalandars (LQ) is a professional cricket franchise in the Pakistan Super League, representing Lahore, Punjab. The team plays at Gaddafi Stadium and is owned by the Rana Brothers.
