Daryl Mitchell supports development of talent in inaugural ETPL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
New Zealand international Daryl Mitchell is currently competing in the inaugural European T20 Premier League as part of the Dublin Guardians squad. While the team has faced challenges in its opening matches, Mitchell describes the tournament as a valuable opportunity for European players to gain experience in a franchise environment. The competition takes place across locations in the Netherlands and Ireland, providing international cricketers a chance to play in a new setting at the end of the summer season. Mitchell, known for his work in high-pressure situations for the Black Caps, remains optimistic about the league’s ability to cultivate future cricket talent. He continues to play for the Dublin Guardians for the remainder of the event.
- •Daryl Mitchell is a member of the Dublin Guardians for the first European T20 Premier League season.
- •The league hosts matches in the Netherlands and Ireland to promote the growth of the sport globally.
- •Mitchell identifies teammate Peter Hatzoglou as a notable personality within the Dublin Guardians dressing room.
- •The tournament provides international players an opportunity to compete in new regions outside of traditional cricket markets.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — Exclusive: Daryl Mitchell backs ETPL to produce cricket's next superstars
"Daryl Mitchell is one of the big names taking part in the inaugural European T20 Premier League this season with the Dublin Guardians, and the New Zealand international is backing the new franchise league to make a huge mark.
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