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| Jimmy Neesham |
New Zealand’s
rising star, Jimmy Neesham, will replace fellow Kiwi, Corey Anderson, as one of
the International players for the Guyana Amazon Warriors.
Anderson was asked to
withdraw from the tournament by Black Caps officials, after they expressed
concern regarding injury issues. All-rounder, Neesham, who played for Delhi Daredevils
in this year’s IPL, has already put in several impressive displays during the
recent test series between New Zealand
and West Indies, which have caught the eye of
the Guyana Amazon Warriors management.
Jimmy Neesham said; “I’m very excited
to be extending my time in the Caribbean and
joining up with the Guyana Amazon Warriors. I loved watching last year’s
tournament, and this time I can’t wait to get involved on the pitch. I’ve
really enjoyed my time in the Caribbean and
can’t wait to experience the famous CPL atmosphere when the tournament begins
next week.”
Roger Harper, Guyana Amazon
Warriors coach, commented; “We could not have asked for a better replacement for
Corey. Jimmy is a great fit for the Amazon Warriors, and we look forward to
seeing the excellent form he displayed in the recent test series continuing in
the CPL.”
Omar Khan,
Franchise Operations Manager for Guyana Amazon Warriors, added; “There were
several big name players knocking on the door to replace Corey, which
demonstrates the popularity of the Limacol CPL within the cricketing community.
We’re delighted to have secured Jimmy’s services, and are sure he will carry
his superb recent form into the Biggest Party in Sport.”
The Limacol
Caribbean Premier League returns on July 11th when the Guyana Amazon
Warriors will take on the Antigua Hawksbills at the National Cricket Stadium, Grenada in the
opening game of the tournament.
ENDS
About
the Caribbean Premier League:
The Limacol Caribbean Premier League is a franchise-based
T20 format cricket tournament that combines two of the most compelling aspects
of Caribbean life – dramatic cricket and a
vibrant Carnival atmosphere. The inaugural CPL, billed as “the Biggest
Party in Sport” featured six teams competing throughout the region in August
2013 – Jamaica Tallawahs, The Red Steel, Barbados Tridents, Guyana Amazon
Warriors, St. Lucia Zouks, Antigua Hawksbills. The Jamaica Tallawahs, captained by Chris Gayle, emerged as
champions.
CPL II will take place from 11th July to 16th
August 2014.
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