Mohammad Hafeez loses millions after choosing Pakistan duties over LPL 2020

Veteran Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez has apparently sacrificed millions of rupees after choosing his country over franchise cricket. right-hander recently gave away opportunity to feature in inaugural edition of Lankan Premier League (LPL 2020) in order to play for Pakistan. This move might have delighted Pakistan cricket's fans, however, Hafeez has taken a huge hit financially.

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Mohammad Hafeez sacrifices millions of rupees to represent Pakistan

Hafeez was set to play for LPL franchise Colombo Kings after he was roped in as a replacement for former South African captain Faf du Plessis, who is unavailable due to his country's limited-overs series against England at home. It seems like Hafeez has taken a leaf out of du Plessis' book by picking his country over franchise cricket.

40-year old all-rounder made it to 35-member Pakistan squad for New Zealand tour. two sides are set to compete in a three-match T20I series from December 18-22. T20I series will be followed by a two-match Test series. Hafeez is only a part of Pakistan's T20I squad and won't feature in Test series.

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Choosing his country over franchise cricket has come at a huge cost for Hafeez. According to a CricketPakistan report, Hafeez was set to earn approximately PKR 10 million (INR 4.67 million) by playing for Colombo Kings in LPL 2020. report furr stated that Hafeez had requested  Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to let him play a few LPL matches before joining national team in New Zealand, but board told him to choose between LPL and representing his country.

Hafeez, who doesn't have a central contract went for latter, thus showing that he still prioritises international cricket over T20 leagues. This isn't first time that veteran all-rounder has chosen his country over franchise cricket. During tour of England earlier this year, Hafeez sacrificed a PKR 2.5 million (INR 1.17 million) contract to play in Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2020). tably, Hafeez's match fees from tour of England equalled to that of a player with a Category C contract, meaning he earned only PKR 202,950 (INR 95,000).

Mohammad Hafeez net worth

Mohammad Hafeez has been one of Pakistan's prominent cricketers for more than a decade and a half. According to cloudnetworth.com, Mohammad Hafeez net worth is up to $10 million. Hafeez net worth includes his earnings from being an international cricketer as well as endorsements and several ventures.

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Lanka Premier League schedule

According to Lanka Premier League schedule, tournament is set 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.

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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SOURCE: AP