𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝟎𝐬: 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

The Over 40s reaching the semifinals in Pakistan against defending champions Pakistan is a huge achievement and a sign of how far the program has come in just four years. This is not a one‑off run but the product of structures, culture and standards that now consistently put USA in contention at global events.

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟓𝟎𝐬: 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤

The Over 50s set the template in the World Cup in Cape Town, fighting their way into the semifinals of the Over 50s World Cup and then pushing then‑world champions England all the way in a tight, high‑quality contest. That campaign proved to the Masters world – and to USA players themselves – that American sides can match the very best on skill, fitness, tactics and temperament on the biggest stage.

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟔𝟎𝐬: 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐢 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫

The Over 60s side added another layer of pride with an outstanding performance at last year’s Over 60s World Cup in Chennai, showing depth, resilience and class against the strongest countries in testing subcontinental conditions. Their efforts have inspired players across the age spectrum and underlined that USA is now competitive – and respected – in every Masters age bracket.

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝟎𝐬: 𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

Adding to this legacy, the formation of the Over 70s “Grand Masters” squad shows that age is truly just a number as they embark on their journey to the Over 70s World Cup in New Zealand in February 2026 – yes, you heard that right, Over 70s representing USA on the world stage. Their inclusion completes the pathway and sends a powerful message that passion, fitness and competitive fire can thrive well into a seventh decade of life.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝟒𝟎𝐬, 𝟓𝟎𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟔𝟎𝐬

Across the IMC rankings in the 40s, 50s and 60s age groups, MCUSA has multiple players listed among the top run‑getters, wicket‑takers and MVPs, confirming that USA’s impact is driven by genuine world‑class individual performances. These star names, spread across three age groups, reflect not only personal excellence but also the quality of coaching, preparation and competition within the MCUSA pathway.

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭

A huge round of applause goes to all MCUSA executives, age‑group committees, coaches, managers and volunteers whose dedication has made this “second innings” possible. Their work has created opportunities for cricket lovers to share dressing rooms with international stars, play in world‑class stadiums, and embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle – and as the Over 40s take the field in this semifinal, they carry the dreams and hard work of this entire community with them.

𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲

Masters Cricket USA’s commitment to excellence on the field is matched by a strong commitment to giving back off it. Through its charity wing, MSUSA has used every tour as a platform for service, from major donations such as a 10,000‑plus contribution in Colombo to a cancer hospital to regularly providing cricket gear and support to deserving communities around the world, ensuring that representing the USA also means leaving a positive impact wherever the team plays.

– Fazal Alam