Pakistan’s Nida Dar creates history after getting signed by Sydney Thunder
- All-rounder Nida Dar to represent Sydney Thunder at Women Big Bash League.
- Cricketer says she is eager to make Pakistan proud Down Under.
Pakistan bowling all-rounder Nida Dar has become the first Pakistani women cricketer to participate in the Women Big Bash League (WBBL).
Dar, who replaces West Indian Stafanie Taylor, would represent the Sydney Thunder in the tournament. “It’s wonderful,” said Dar, quoted Sydney Thunder. “I have dreamt that I would one day play in this amazing league, and now I have the opportunity to play for Sydney Thunder.
"This is a great thing for me, it is a great achievement to play in the WBBL. I have been following the WBBL, it is great.”
Dar said she has the all round talent needed by Thunders and is excited to increase her fan following Down Under. “Sydney Thunder needs an all-rounder and they want an energetic player, so I think I can offer those two things to them. It’s T20 cricket, so it is an attacking game and I am an attacking player. I have always wanted to excite people. I want to grab the audience.”
Becoming the first woman cricketer from Pakistan to play the tournament, Dar said that she intends to make her country proud.
Sydney Thunder coach Trevor Griffin said Dar has the credentials and class to be a force in the WBBL. “Nida is a fantastic signing for us,” he said. “She’s a world-class player with Pakistan and she’s going to bring a wealth of experience to Thunder. She’s ranked in the top five ICC players for T20 all-rounders and she’s got vast experience that will help with our young players and certainly add to the team.”
A much deserved call up for @CoolNidadar. It will surely pave way for the future female cricketers of Pakistan. Go well and Enjoy
— Sana Mir ???? ??? (@mir_sana05) 2 October 2019
Creating history @CoolNidadar! Congratulations and welcome to the Thunder Nation! @ThunderWBBL @ThunderBBL #ThunderNation #girlsingreen https://t.co/PrSNTHnZOe
— Alex Blackwell (@AlexBlackwell2) 3 October 2019
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