Preity Zinta, co-owner of IPL team Kings XI Punjab, will now own Stellenbosch in South Africa's T20 Global League later this year.
Preity Zinta became the third Indian in the South African T20 Global League after Shah Rukh Khan of Kolkata Knight Riders and GMR Delhi Daredevils. Preity Zinta will be the owner of the Stellenbosch franchise, co-owner of the Indian Premier League team Kings XI Punjab.
Following the loss of ownership of the Stellenbosch franchise, Brimstone Investment Corporation Limited decided in early August to terminate its acquisition interest. Of the eight participants, this was the only team that did not have one.
Aaron Lorgat, CEO of Cricket SA, said: "I am extremely proud to welcome Preity Zinta to the South African and T20 Global League families."
“The introduction of a Bollywood star like Preity Zinta says a lot to the T20 Global League and finalizes an upscale and enthusiastic group of owners. His experience and stellar add value to the T20GL, ”Lorgat said.
"I firmly believe this is the most exciting time for South Africa's young cricket talent. This league will give them a chance to jump from the best in the country to the best in the world," said Preity Zinta. The cricketer should not participate.
Glenn Maxwell and Preity Zinta (Kings XI Punjab) in an IPL match in the United Arab Emirates in April 2014. (BCCI)
South African tent player of Stellenbosch franchise Faf du Plessis is delighted to learn that Preity Zinta is the owner of the new team.
"I'm really excited to have Preity Zinta on board. I've heard from my teammates that it's great to work with her, so I can't wait to work with her and see how it helps our team." How that impresses. He is also very passionate about the game and I am sure the local fans will have a great time at Boland Park,” Du Plessis said.
The Stellenbosch team plays its first home match.
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