Sandeep Jyoti (born 14 December 1973) is an Indian-born Canadian former

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er. Jyoti was born in

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, and migrated to

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when he was fourteen years old. Upon arrival in Canada, Sandeep joined the Mississauga Ramblers Cricket Club in

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, Ontario. Here he learned his cricket and is still currently playing for the club where he coaches as well. Sandeep made his debut for the Canadian national cricket team in 2003 when he participated in the Red Stripe Bowl in Jamaica. In 2006, he played for the national team in the America's cup tournament. Sandeep had a good Americas Cup where he had some great opening partnerships with John Davison. Sandeep also had a couple of not out innings vital to Canadian victories. Sandeep was an opening batsman and a right-arm off-break bowler. His highest batting score for Canada is 117.

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