LAHORE (Dunya News) - Pakistani spinner Sufiyan Muqeem has signed a contract with Derbyshire Falcons to participate in the Vitality Blast tournament in England.
Sufiyan Muqeem will be available for Derbyshire Falcons during the first half of the tournament, representing the team in six matches. The move gives the young Pakistani spinner an opportunity to showcase his skills on an international T20 platform.
Mickey Arthur, Head of Cricket at Derbyshire, praised Muqeem, calling him a talented player whose inclusion is expected to be beneficial for the team. With Derbyshire Falcons looking to strengthen their spin department, Sufiyan’s participation is seen as a key addition ahead of the competitive Vitality Blast fixtures.
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The Vitality Blast is one of England’s premier domestic T20 tournaments, featuring intense competition among county teams, making this an important stage for emerging international players like Sufiyan Muqeem.