NCL Sixty Strikes Tournament at UT Dallas Reaches Global Stage, Led by Commissioner Haroon Lorgat and Supported by SEE Holdings, a Leader in Sustainability
The National Cricket League (NCL) is proud to announce three significant milestones as it prepares for its highly anticipated 2024 Sixty Strikes Tournament: a prestigious approval from the International Cricket Council (ICC), the appointment of cricket icon Haroon Lorgat as Commissioner, and the backing of SEE Holdings, a Dubai-based leader in sustainability. These achievements are advancing American cricket, placing the NCL on an international platform and establishing it as a prominent sport within the global cricket community.
To add to the momentum, the NCL has appointed cricket icon Haroon Lorgat as its Commissioner, bringing exceptional leadership to the league. His extensive career in cricket administration, including his tenure as CEO of the ICC and Cricket South Africa, positions him as the ideal figure to guide the NCL’s launch in the United States. Under Lorgat’s leadership, the Sixty Strikes format will debut from October 4–14 at UT Dallas, making it the first national sports league partnership with a university. The NCL is expecting a daily audience of around 4,000 attendees.
Haroon Lorgat’s career spans both cricket and corporate leadership. A former first-class cricketer, he topped the batting averages in the 1985/86 South African Howa Bowl season. As CEO of the ICC from 2008 to 2012, Lorgat oversaw three Cricket World Cups and was instrumental in developments such as the Decision Review System (DRS), the expansion of anti-corruption measures, and the growth of cricket in associate countries. He later consulted for Sri Lanka Cricket and the Pakistan Cricket Board, helping to design the Pakistan Super League (PSL). As CEO of Cricket South Africa, Lorgat restored its reputation, earning the SA Sports Industry’s Business Leadership Award in 2016. In 2020, he joined T10 Sports Management to promote the T10 format globally.
“I’m privileged to take on this role with the National Cricket League at such a transformative moment,” said Haroon Lorgat, Commissioner of the NCL. “Cricket is a sport with the power to inspire new players and connect fans across the U.S. We’re bringing something fresh, and with our focus on sustainability and global access, we are laying the groundwork to reshape American sports for future generations.”
Complementing the National Cricket League’s rise to global prominence is its partnership with SEE Holdings, a Dubai-based leader in sustainability and innovation. SEE Holdings, known for its work in green energy and environmental preservation, perfectly aligns with the NCL’s commitment to eco-friendly practices. Through this collaboration, the NCL is integrating renewable energy at venues and encouraging sustainable behaviors among fans.
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