Famous Indian cricketers who settled abroad after leaving India
Several former domestic and junior-level stars have left India to pursue their dreams abroad.
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5. Harmeet Singh (USA)

Indo-American cricketer, Harmeet Singh Baddhan, who now plays for the United States national team and the Seattle Orcas in Major League Cricket had started his career in India at junior levels. The Mumbai-born bowling all-rounder, Harmeet, was once looked up to as the next Bishen Bedi by Dilip Sardesai for his spin style. He represented India in two U-19 World Cups and was part of the title-winning squad in 2012.
He played for Mumbai and Tripura in Indian domestic cricket, and was the top wicket-taker for the latter in the 2018–19 Vijay Hazare Trophy. After moving to the USA in 2021, he captained Seattle Thunderbolts and became the first-ever draft pick in MLC history. Harmeet made his T20I debut for the USA in April 2024 and featured in the 2024 T20 World Cup. He is currently taking part in the Global Super League 2025 for Rangpur Riders.
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