Cricket’s T20 World Cup is the ultimate stage for short-form brilliance, but imagine gracing it twice—under two different flags. A handful of players have achieved this rare distinction, switching nationalities amid career pivots and global opportunities. Their stories reveal the sport’s borderless nature and the strategic moves that define modern careers.
Leading the pack is Shehan Jayasuriya, who donned Sri Lanka’s jersey in 2016 before earning a call-up for USA in the 2026 tournament. His international resume boasts 12 ODIs and 18 T20Is, capped by a notable half-century in List A cricket.
Roelof van der Merwe’s odyssey is nothing short of legendary. The veteran debuted for South Africa in the 2009 and 2010 World Cups, then masterminded Dutch campaigns in 2016, 2021, and 2022. At 41, he’s primed for another Netherlands outing in 2026, defying retirement whispers with left-arm spin wizardry.
New Zealand’s Mark Chapman transitioned from Hong Kong (2014, 2016) to the Black Caps’ 2024 squad, emerging as a clutch middle-order enforcer. Dirk Nannes swung from Australia (2009) to Netherlands (2010), while David Wiese shifted from South Africa (2016) to Namibia’s gritty lineups in 2021, 2022, and 2024. Corey Anderson rounded out his New Zealand stint in 2016 before debuting for USA in 2024.
From fiery bowlers to explosive batsmen, these athletes have rewritten eligibility norms. Their dual roles enrich the T20 World Cup’s narrative, showcasing how migration and meritocracy are reshaping international cricket’s map.