The Times of India

Why Sunrisers Leeds bought Pakistan spinner at The Hundred auction: Daniel Vettori explains

Sunrisers Leeds' acquisition of Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed at The Hundred auction sparked controversy in India. Head coach Daniel Vettori clarified the move was a purely cricketing decision after missing out on Adil Rashid. Vettori emphasised that no internal discussions about avoiding Pakistani players occurred, focusing solely on the best available talent for the team's strategy.