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'Cricket wants to go football way, purists not ready': Heinrich Klaasen

South African batter Heinrich Klaasen suggests T20 cricket should be treated as a distinct sport, allowing leagues to thrive and globalize the game. He believes cricketers are moving towards football-like careers, though purists resist a future where international cricket is diminished. Klaasen emphasizes T20's role in evolving the sport and coaching methodologies.

1 May 2026 9:36 am