Irfan Pathan tweets from Sri Lanka ahead of LPL 2020 as fans wish him luck; see picture

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan carved a niche for himself as country's premier all-rounder in star-studded line-up. Kwn for swinging ball both days, he was a nightmare for batsmen with new ball. Baroda-born cricketer established himself as a force to reckon with through his dazzling batting skills as well. player, who hung his boots from international cricket in January this year, is finally set for his much-anticipated return.

Lanka Premier League: Kandy Tuskers rope on Irfan Pathan for LPL 2020

left-hander will ply his trade for Kandy franchise in league this season. As per cricketer's contract with team, he is set to pocket $50,000 (approx. ₹37 lakh)  for his stint. Irfan Pathan is one of first players to reach Sri Lanka ahead of competition. Pathan, along with his fellow players, has checked in Shangri-la Hotel in Hambantota. 36-year-old shared a picture from Sri Lanka, as he gears up for a rigorous T20 contest.

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Indian fans wished ir beloved cricketer good luck for his latest endeavor. 

Along with Irfan Pathan, his former India teammate, Munaf Patel, is also a part of Kandy Tuskers squad for Lanka Premier League. Manpreet Gony and Manvinder Bisla are or two Indian players who will feature in tournament. Or table names who will be a part of LPL 2020 include Shahid Afridi, Chris Gayle, Lasith Malinga, Angelo Maws, Shoaib Malik, and Andre Russell. 

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Lanka Premier League 2020: Dates 

tournament is scheduled to kick-off on vember 21, with Colombo Kings taking on Galle Gladiators in opening contest at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota. organizers have also planned a special opening ceremony ahead of clash. stadium will host doubleheaders every day till semi-finals. first semi-final of competition will take place on December 13, and second semi-final will be held on December 14 at  Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium.

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A total of five teams will battle it out for ultimate championship. Galle Gladiators, Colombo Kings, Dambulla Hawks, Jaffna Stallions, and Kandy Tuskers are five teams. A total of 30 overseas players are expected to be in action on Lanka Premier League this year. Just like Dream11 Indian Premier League, a team will be allowed to have a maximum of four foreign players in ir playing eleven. 

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Im source: Irfan Pathan Instagram