TORONTO — Cricket Canada general manager Ingleton Liburd has been named tournament director of the new Canada Super 60 League.
The league is set to debut in July at the CAA Centre in Brampton, Ont., featuring the short-form 10-over version of the game. Matches last about 90 minutes with each team batting for 10 overs (60 balls), making for all-action contests with batsmen swinging for the boundary in search of runs.
In contrast, the Global T20 Canada tournament, which has taken place at the same Brampton venue since 2018, features the 20-over version of the game.
The new competition is being organized by British-based Star 333 Sports Inc., in conjunction with Cricket Canada.
"I am committed to ensuring that this tournament not only showcases the exceptional talent within Canada but also fosters the growth of the sport in the country," Liburd said in a statement. "Together, we will create a memorable and impactful event that will inspire the next generation of cricketers and cricket fans."
Like Global T20 Canada, the Canada Super 60 League teams will be made up of Canadian talent, international stars and a quota of players from associate nations.
Organizers say the Super 60 League will be the first league in North America to feature both men's and women's competitions from the start. To start, two of the eight teams will be women's squads. They will play each other, with the plan to add more as the event grows.
League founder and chairman Abhishek Shah says Liburd will provide experience and leadership.
"Having someone like Ingleton, who has served Cricket Canada with distinction and integrity, will help the league fulfil its promise. His vast experience in cricket administration and event management will be invaluable as we prepare for our first season."
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This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 3, 2025.
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