Barbarians finished bottom of the pile last season with just a solitary win in eight games.
But what a win that was with four native Bulgarian national team players in their ranks.
With the benefit of that previous experience, Barbarians will aim to provide a stiffer test to more established opposition this time around.
Captain: Dimo Nikolov
WK: Hristo Ivanov/Vasil Hristov
Projected Top four (Batting order): Dimo Nikolov, Mohammad Fayaz, Hristo Ivanov, Boiko Ivanov
Projected opening bowlers: Mohammad Fayaz; Dimo Nikolov
Spin options: Nikolay Nankov
KEY PLAYERS
Dimo Nikolov - dashing all-rounder who helped Barbarians seal a precious first win.
Mohammad Fayaz - will bolster the Barbarian batting and bowling. Impressed for Indian Tuskers last term.
Ivaylo Katzarski - key man for his side with bat and ball.
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