Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Cricket (2015): did not establish eligibility by not providing evidence of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate eligibility by not providing evidence of a one-time major achievement, meeting at least three of the ten regulatory criteria, or submitting sufficient comparable evidence. The AAO also noted that playing and coaching cricket are considered different areas of expertise, and the petitioner did not establish sustained acclaim in either.
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One-Time Achievement (Major Internationally Recognized Award) At Least Three Of The Ten Regulatory Criteria Comparable Evidence Area Of Extraordinary Ability (Player Vs. Coach) Final Merits Determination (Kazarian Two-Step Analysis)
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