Harmeet Singh
Harmeet Singh is a cricketer of Indian origin who has represented the United States in international cricket. He is among a number of players from the South Asian diaspora who have contributed to the development of the sport in North America.
Key facts
| Full name | Harmeet Singh |
|---|---|
| Sport | Cricket |
| National side | United States |
| Heritage | Indian |
Background
Cricket in the United States has historically been sustained by immigrant communities, particularly those from South Asia and the Caribbean. Players of Indian origin have formed a significant part of club and national-level cricket in the country, and Harmeet Singh is among those who have made the transition from domestic American competition to representing the national side.
Career
Harmeet Singh has appeared for the United States national cricket team in matches organised under the auspices of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and its associate-member competition structure. The United States, an associate member of the ICC, competes in tournaments such as ICC global qualifiers, regional events in the Americas, and ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League fixtures.
Significance
The participation of diaspora players such as Harmeet Singh reflects the broader growth of cricket in the United States, particularly following increased ICC investment in the country and the establishment of USA Cricket as the recognised national governing body in 2017. The country has also become a co-host of major ICC events, including the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Related topics
- United States national cricket team
- USA Cricket
- Cricket in the United States
- Indian diaspora
- International Cricket Council
- ICC Americas
References
- Wikidata entry: Q16228362