Harjas Singh Earns State Contract with New South Wales After Impressive U19 World Cup Performance
Australia batter who tormented India in U19 World Cup two years back, gets closer to pro cricket, earns state contract
Hindustan Times
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Harjas Singh, a 21-year-old Australian batter, has secured a contract with New South Wales for the 2026-27 season, following his standout performance in the 2024 U19 World Cup. Notably, he scored a remarkable triple century in a first-grade match, solidifying his path to professional cricket.
- 01Harjas Singh scored a triple century of 314 runs in a first-grade match.
- 02He played a crucial role in Australia's U19 World Cup win, scoring 55 runs in the final against India.
- 03Singh has signed a contract with New South Wales for the 2026-27 season.
- 04Cricket NSW aims to build momentum with young talents like Singh and Riley Kingsell.
- 05Brad Haddin has been appointed as the new head coach of New South Wales.
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Harjas Singh, a promising 21-year-old batter from Australia, has taken a significant step towards his professional cricket career by securing a contract with New South Wales for the 2026-27 season. Singh gained attention last summer when he scored a record-breaking 314 runs off 141 balls, including 35 sixes, during a first-grade match against the Sydney Cricket Club. This achievement marked the highest individual score in Australian premier first-grade limited-over history. His performance in the 2024 U19 World Cup was also noteworthy, where he contributed 55 runs in the final against India, helping Australia clinch the title. Cricket NSW's Chief Cricket Performance Officer, Greg Mail, expressed excitement about Singh's inclusion in the rookie list, highlighting the organization's focus on nurturing young talent. The appointment of former Australian wicketkeeper-batter Brad Haddin as the new head coach is expected to further enhance the team's competitive edge across formats.
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Harjas Singh's contract with New South Wales signifies a potential boost for local cricket, inspiring young players and enhancing the state's competitive cricket landscape.
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