Unmukt Chand becomes the 1st Indian male to sign up for BBL

Former India U-19 World Cup-winning captain Unmukt Chand has created history by becoming the first Indian male cricketer to sign a deal with a Big Bash League club. Unmukt will be playing for Melbourne Renegades in Australia’s premier T20 tournament which kicks off on December 5.

The 28-year-old, who led India to the Under-19 World Cup title in 2012, has represented India A, apart from featuring in teams like Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. He announced his retirement from Indian cricket in August this year stating that he would explore ‘better opportunities from around the world’.

Chand has now shifted his base to the United States of America (USA). He was recently named ‘Player of the Tournament as his side, Silicon Valley Strikers, won the Minor League Cricket (MCL) title. The right-handed batter will travel to Australia later this month and be available for the entire duration of the tournament.