Delhi: Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan will now be seen in a new role. In fact, Zaheer Khan has become the co-owner of the powerful Lanka Premier League franchise Jaffna Kings. Stockholm-based global sports group Anchor Sports AB has acquired the franchise, and the team has been renamed Anchor Jaffna Kings.
Zaheer Khan becomes the owner of Jaffna Kings
Zaheer Khan has taken over the franchise along with Nagendra Siddhautam, owner of Anchor Sports. Anchor Sports already owns the Antwerp Anchors men’s and women’s teams in Belgium and the Vancouver Anchors men’s and women’s teams in Canada. Now, the group has also entered the Sri Lankan T20 League.
Jaffna is one of the most successful teams in the LPL.
Jaffna is one of the most successful teams in the history of the Lanka Premier League. They have won four championships so far. In the current season, Jaffna is performing exceptionally well and remains in the top two in the points table.
What did Zaheer Khan say on becoming the owner of the team?
After joining the franchise, Zaheer Khan said that Sri Lanka has always been a country that produces excellent bowlers and he has many memorable moments associated with this country.
He said, “I have played a lot of cricket in Sri Lanka and the bowling talent here has always impressed me. Now, being a part of Sri Lankan cricket as an owner is very special to me. I am very excited about this new beginning.”
LPL will get a big advantage
Lanka Premier League Tournament Director Samantha Dodanwela said that having a legend like Zaheer Khan join the league is a great thing. His experience will be very beneficial for the young Sri Lankan players and they will have the opportunity to learn a lot both on and off the field.
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Meanwhile, tournament chairman and CEO Anil Mohan expressed hope that the new ownership team will carry forward Jaffna’s glorious legacy and take the franchise to new heights.
FAQ
Zaheer Khan has become the co-owner of which LPL team?
Zaheer Khan has become the co-owner of Anchor Jaffna Kings (formerly Jaffna Kings).
How many times has the Jaffna team won the LPL title?
The Jaffna franchise has won the Lanka Premier League title four times so far.