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Eye on USA: Four Uncapped Players Eager to Shine in Major League Cricket
Unmukt Chand, Agni Chopra, Tajinder Dhillon, and Mohammad Mohsin Target USA Selection via MLC 2025
As the spotlight turns toward the upcoming season of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025, several uncapped talents are poised to use the platform not just for franchise glory but to secure a coveted place in the USA national team, especially with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on the horizon.
Agni Chopra: From Domestic Stardom to American Ambitions
Agni Chopra, once the rising star of Indian domestic cricket with Mizoram, stunned the Ranji Trophy circuit by smashing four centuries in his first four games. Holding a remarkable first-class average of 94.94, Chopra was surprisingly overlooked for the IPL. This prompted a strategic career shift as he sought a fresh beginning in his birth country—the USA. Drafted by MI New York, Chopra now wears the crest of the team he once idolized.
Chopra’s left-handed top-order prowess may just be the missing piece in USA’s predominantly right-handed batting unit. His presence could offer vital tactical flexibility and matchup advantages in T20 cricket. Additionally, his cricketing pedigree—he is the son of renowned Bollywood producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra—adds a layer of narrative appeal that could boost visibility for the league and the USA team alike.
Tajinder Singh Dhillon: The Middle-Order Powerhouse America Needs
Having once warmed benches for Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab, Tajinder Dhillon’s career has been a saga of resilience. Despite a stellar domestic record, he never found a consistent run in India’s cricketing ecosystem. Dhillon relocated to the USA, where he emerged as a formidable domestic force, highlighted by his MVP campaign in Minor League Cricket 2024, where he amassed 394 runs at a strike rate of 146.
Earlier this year, Dhillon requested a release ahead of the MLC draft—a high-risk move for any player with no guarantees. Fortunately, he was snapped up by MI New York, who valued his aggressive stroke play and utility off-spin. With USA’s middle order often lacking explosive finishers, Dhillon’s inclusion could fill that void perfectly.
Unmukt Chand: A Career at Crossroads
A name that once echoed promise in Indian cricket, Unmukt Chand has long lived under the burden of early expectations. Ever since his U19 World Cup-winning century in 2012, Chand’s trajectory has been a cautionary tale in professional sport. Despite being the top run-scorer in the initial three Minor League Cricket seasons, he has remained on the fringes of USA national selection.
Now 32, Chand enters what might be a defining MLC season with LA Knight Riders, needing a string of impactful performances to finally earn the national cap that has eluded him both in India and the USA. His experience and big-match temperament could still prove vital for a USA squad aiming to solidify its bench strength ahead of global tournaments.
Related: Inside USA’s Cricketing Resurgence with MLC.
Mohammad Mohsin: USA’s Most Complete Leggie in the Making?
Since his arrival from Pakistan in 2022, Mohammad Mohsin has been a revelation in the American cricket circuit. A tall and aggressive leg-spinner, Mohsin made his mark with 4/8 against LA Knight Riders in the inaugural MLC game and followed it up with another four-wicket haul later that season.
What sets Mohsin apart is his consistent control, sharp googlies, and high pace through the air. His exposure to top-tier leagues like ILT20 and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) reinforces his pedigree. Now eligible for national selection, his head-to-head with Yasir Mohammad, a younger but less tested spinner, will be closely watched by selectors. Given the need for an experienced and versatile spinner, fast-tracking Mohsin seems like a pragmatic move.
MLC as the Launchpad for International Dreams
For the USA national selectors, the MLC 2025 season offers more than just entertainment. It’s a golden opportunity to build a more dynamic, match-ready squad with players who have proven their worth under pressure. With the T20 World Cup in sight, identifying the right mix of youth, experience, and form becomes paramount.
These four players—Chopra, Dhillon, Chand, and Mohsin—aren’t just aiming to impress fans. They are vying for a chance to change the narrative of their careers and contribute to USA’s growing cricket story.
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