Canada's development squad moved 2-0 at the ICC America's Division One T20 tournament in Florida. Canada won the toss and elected to field in the rain shortened match.
Argentina fought hard to post 54 from 8 overs but were undone by some sharp Canadian fielding which led to 4 Argentine run-outs.
In reply, Jimmy Hansra (30) and Usman Limbada (25) shook off the early loss of a wicket to see Canada home with 5 balls to spare.
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Canada's development squad got its ICC America's Division 1 Tournament underway today against Cayman Islands in Florida.
A quickfire 40 (31 balls) from Khuroo Wadia broke Canada out of an early funk and with contributions from skipper Jimmy Hansra (27 off 19) and Usman Limbada (23 off 20) Canada got to 130-8 in 20 overs.
In reply, Cayman got off to a steady start but Canada's spinners, led by man of the match Zahid Hussain (4-7) held Cayman to 66-7 from 20 overs.
Canada takes on Argentina on Tuesday
Cricket Canada is pleased to announce the following squad for the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Ireland.
Kesavan Juvarajan (captain), Tristan Ali, Maninder Aulakh, Suddepta Aurka, Gurkaran Dhilon, Nikil Dhutta, Kyle Edghill, Nitish Kumar, Trevor Manoosingh, Rayankhan Pathan, Darren Ramasamy, Jobanjot Singh Sidhu, Akash Shah, Akhlas Umar
Alternates : Gowtham Balachandran, Axay Patel, Richie Kanjani, Vaishnav Sudhirkumar
The tournament starts July 28 in Ireland.
The ICC's decision to slash minnows' representation at the next two World Twenty20 tournaments has sparked outrage among Associate and Affiliate nations, who - after a heated and emotional meeting on Wednesday - have decided to lodge a formal protest at Thursday's full council. The logic of the ICC's decision is further undermined by the fact that the qualification process for the World Twenty20 is already underway - but will now be for just two spots instead of six.
The ICC has given an indication that cost and overall structure were key factors in making this decision.
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The International Cricket Council has reversed its decision to exclude associates from the 2015 Cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
The format and timing of the qualification tournament is still to be decided but it is expected that it will follow the format used in 2009 where Canada finished second in South Africa. The decision ensures that Canada will have a chance to qualify for what would be their fifth cricket world cup and fourth in succession. Canada previously played in 1979, 2003, 2007 and 2011.
The ICC has also decided to return the T20 World Cup in 2012 and 2014 to the format used in 2010 which includes 12 teams of which 2 will be associates.
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The ICC Intercontinental Cup match due to start between Ireland and Namibia in Belfast tomorrow will not go ahead as planned.
Cricket Namibia failed to arrive in time to play the match citing difficulties in securing UK travel visas for its squad members. It is still hoped that the two 50-over international matches will go ahead as planned provided the Namibia team arrives in time for those fixtures.
As previously stated, while the ICC offers assistance where it can, it is the responsibility of each team's home board to arrange its own visas in advance of any tour.
Following due consideration and consultation, the ICC has given the two participating home boards the opportunity to propose an amicable agreement as to how best to deal with the I Cup fixture and any other relevant matters.
The Decision Review System may have grabbed all attention in the first half of the ICC's annual conference in Hong Kong, but June 28 will belong to the little guys: the ICC's Executive Board will revisit its widely condemned decision to shut the doors for the 2015 World Cup on the Associate nations. On Monday, the Chief Executives' Committee recommended to the Board a qualification tournament for 2015, without specifying the number of slots open to the Associates.
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Hiral Patel and Rizwan Cheema have inked new deals with Cricket Canada. Two of the biggest hitters in Canada's batting line-up Cheema and Patel are the first two players to sign central contracts for the 2011 season.
Long known as one of Canada's big bats, Cheema has solidified himself as an allrounder picking up 25 wickets in 27 ODI's to go with 599 ODI runs at a healthy strike rate of 117.25.
Patel, one of Canada's dazzling young stars, rose to world wide fame when he pelted Australia for a stunning half century at the 2011 Cricket World Cup. This included the shot of the tournament of Australia's Brett Lee.
Cricket Canada will announce more central contracts as agreements with the players are confirmed.
The International Cricket Council is currently looking for a DPM who will be primarily responsible for overseeing the ICC Regional Development Programme around the world. There are five Regional offices who work directly with ICC?s 95 Associate and Affiliate Members. In line with the ICC's new Strategic Plan from 2011 to 2015, the DPM will have an important role in ICC's efforts to assist these Members significantly increase participation levels in the sport .
Cricket Canada is seeking a High Performance Manager to develop and manage the High Performance Program, Development and Junior Coaching
Reporting to the Chair of the High Performance Committee, the High Performance Manager will be responsible for the following:
Provide Overall Direction for the Cricket Canada High Performance Program
Interface with the International Cricket Council HPM on High Performance Issues
Work with the Chairman of High Performance Committee and National Head Coach to set budget for High Performance Program
Provide Strategic Direction for National HP Program
Liaise with Provincial HP managers and assist in developing and implementing national HP Program
Monitor international high performance trends
Supervise National High Performance Team
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:
In-depth knowledge of the game of cricket, both internationally and specific to Canada
Certified Level 2 Coach from a Full Member of the ICC
Knowledge regarding the governance of cricket
Strong computer and financial control skills
Strong team player
Strong organizational and administrative skills
This position requires the applicant to work full time. The position also requires the applicant to travel as a representative of Cricket Canada.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to cricketcanada@gmail.com
The closing date for this competition is Friday June 24, 2011.
Cricket Canada is the national governing body for cricket in Canada and is dedicated to fostering the growth and development of cricket throughout Canada. For further information on Cricket Canada and its initiatives, please review our website www.gocricketgocanada.com
