King hopes to emulate Sarwan

AuthorLENNOX ADRED - STAR Writer
Published date17 November 2020
Date17 November 2020
Brandon King is embarking on his fourth overseas tour with the West Indies and the 25-year-old is looking to emulate one of his favourite cricketers Ramnaresh Sarwan.

King has worn the number 53 on his West Indies shirt since his debut against Afghanistan a year ago, and the Jamaica batsman explained why he chose that number.

"I wear number 53 because growing up Ramnaresh Sarwan was my favourite cricketer and he wore 53 so I always decided that if I was given a chance to play for the West Indies I would definitely pick the number," said King.

A masterful record-breaking 132 not out against the Barbados Tridents in 2019 put the Kingston Cricket Club right-hander on the map and...

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