Brittany Mahomes, co-owner of the Kansas City Current, and her NFL star husband Patrick Mahomes are expanding their family once again. On July 12, the couple joyously announced they are expecting their third child, sharing a heartwarming Instagram Reels video with sonograms, while dancing to Bruno Mars’ “Count on Me.” This delightful news follows a recent snapshot shared by Brittany on July 17, featuring their daughter, Sterling Skye, beaming with a homemade Mickey Mouse popsicle, highlighting the couple’s joy in family moments. Meanwhile, major cricketing updates have emerged as South African batter Heinrich Klaasen withdraws from the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) due to a family emergency, prompting the St Lucia Kings to bring in New Zealand’s Tim Seifert as his replacement.
Heinrich Klaasen’s Absence and St Lucia Kings’ Replacement Strategy
Heinrich Klaasen’s absence from the 2024 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) due to a family emergency is a significant setback for the St Lucia Kings. Known for his explosive batting, particularly against spin, Klaasen was expected to be a key player in the Kings’ lineup. His prowess as a middle-order batter has made him one of the most feared power-hitters in T20 cricket, which is why his absence is a major blow for the team that finished third on the points table last season. The St Lucia Kings had high hopes after signing him in June, looking to build on their strong showing in the previous season.
In response to Klaasen’s absence, the St Lucia Kings have signed New Zealand’s wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert as his replacement. Seifert is not a stranger to CPL success, having won the title with Trinbago Knight Riders in 2020. His experience in the league and his ability to adapt to different conditions will be crucial for the Kings. While Seifert may not have the same power-hitting reputation as Klaasen, his versatile batting style and agility behind the stumps offer a valuable alternative, potentially filling the void left by Klaasen’s sudden exit.
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Other Significant Squad Changes and Temporary Replacements
The 2024 CPL season will see other notable squad changes across various teams, prompted by availability issues and injuries. The Trinbago Knight Riders, for instance, have brought in USA’s Andries Gous as a temporary replacement for Australia’s Tim David. Gous, who impressed as the seventh-highest run-scorer at the T20 World Cup earlier this year, will join the Knight Riders until David arrives after their first four matches. Gous’ inclusion is expected to bolster the team’s batting line-up, offering depth and stability during the initial phase of the season.
Similarly, the Barbados Royals have had to adjust their roster due to the absence of key players David Miller and Keshav Maharaj, who will miss the first two matches to attend the Cricket South Africa awards. To cover for their absence, the Royals have added Sri Lanka’s emerging allrounder Dunith Wellalage, who recently performed well in the ODI series against India, and Shamarh Brooks to their squad. These strategic inclusions are aimed at maintaining the Royals’ competitive edge as they navigate the early challenges of the season. Meanwhile, the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots are yet to name a replacement for Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza, who has withdrawn from the tournament due to an injury.
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