Pollard set to make debut after being selected by Knight Riders
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October 2, 2026
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Barbadian left-arm pacer Jakeem Pollard was one of only five West Indians snapped up at the ILT20 auction on Thursday.
The 18-year-old speedster, who impressed in his debut at the 2026 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), was purchased by the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders for US$10,000.
He will have fellow West Indian Andre Fletcher as a teammate, after he was bought for US$40,000 and will link up with Dwayne Bravo, who will serve as a coach at the Knight Riders.
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