USG Chemnitz

USG Chemnitz is not your run-of-the-mill cricket team you might expect to find amidst the rolling hills and bustling cities of Germany. This unique cricket club, hailing from Chemnitz, is a testament to the global reach and diverse following of the sport. Established in 2013, USG Chemnitz was founded by a group of passionate cricket enthusiasts looking to establish a competitive and welcoming cricketing community in the region—quite a feat considering Germany is often more synonymous with football and beer gardens than wickets and runs.

Since its formation, USG Chemnitz has carved out a respectable niche in the German cricket landscape. While they may not have cabinets groaning under the weight of major international trophies, the team has made commendable strides domestically. Competing vigorously within the Eastern German cricket leagues, they have registered several commendable performances that have seen them punch well above their weight in various regional competitions.

The team has a rich mix of players hailing from various cricketing backgrounds, lending USG Chemnitz an eclectic yet harmonious playing style. Key players such as Arjun Sharma, with his silky batting skills, and Ravi Singh, a dependable all-rounder, have been pivotal in shaping the team’s strategies on the pitch. Their contributions over the years have transformed USG Chemnitz into a tightly-knit unit capable of delivering exciting cricket.

USG Chemnitz has had its share of memorable match-ups. A particularly gripping rivalry with Dresden CC is one fans eagerly anticipate each season. Their matches are often intense affairs, packed with tension and tightly contested battles, keeping local cricket aficionados on their toes.

Playing a brand of cricket that is spirited and flexible, USG Chemnitz prides itself on adaptability—quite a vital trait, given the quirky weather and variable pitches found in Germany. They might not consistently bowl at lightning speed or hit sixes with alarming frequency, but their strategic nous and collective heart make them a side difficult to overlook.

The team’s cultural impact is tightly woven with the local community, nurturing a modest but passionate fan base. Gameday at the home ground, usually a modest pitch shared with other sports due to space constraints, becomes a small festival with families and friends gathering to enjoy a barbecue while cheering for their local heroes. This friendly and familial atmosphere is perhaps one of USG Chemnitz's most cherished traditions—an encapsulation of cricket’s power to bring people together, far from its traditional shores.

Rajesh Nagaraja
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
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Age: 33

Sandeep Gowda
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 22

Akash Chougale
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 28

Sahith Reddy
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 24

Adith Narayanan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 29

Abdulsamad Stanikzai
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 24

Gopinath Manoharan
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
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Age: 29

Varun Soraganvi
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

Arul Dinesh
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24

Ananthu Ajikumar
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 29

Abdul Basir
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Age: 24

Karthikeyan Manga
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24

Vishnu Srinivasan
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24

Abishek Sahni
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24

GN Khan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 25

Saeedullah Amarkheal
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 37

Samad Stanikzai
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 22

Abdul Andar
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 26

Sahith Reddy Kusukuntla
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Momand Ebadullah
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast
Age: 24

Tharun Ega
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Rohit Babbar
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Deep Prakash
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 39

Ashu Loyalka
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Sibaji Roy
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Abdul Stanikzai
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 22

Saranraj Nambusubramaniyan
Position: Batsman
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Age: 25

Sangeeth Udayan
Position: Batsman
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Age: 25

Muhammad Suleman
Position: Batsman
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Age: 25

Arul Rubesh
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 23

Ostrapark RCD Cricket ground
City: Dresden
Country: Germany

Rugby Cricket Dresden eV
City: Dresden
Country: Germany