Harris tipped to join ICL

Former New Zealand allrounder Chris Harris is being tipped to join the rebel Indian Cricket League after deciding not to renew his contract with first class team Canterbury.

Harris is one of several former and current New Zealand players, who reportedly may join the lucrative breakaway league, which plans to begin a Twenty20 competition in October. Harris, who is currently playing in England, has not commented publicly on his plans after Canterbury confirmed today the 37-year-old was leaving his province.

“We are sad to lose Chris. He has been an outstanding player and leader for Canterbury and has had a distinguished career,” Canterbury Cricket chief executive Richard Reid said. “He has not indicated whether he will be taking up other cricket playing opportunities.”