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  • Fancode locks in Bengal Pro T20 League streaming rights; Shami, Richa Ghosh headline the show

    Fancode locks in Bengal Pro T20 League streaming rights; Shami, Richa Ghosh headline the show

    MUMBAI: India’s cricket summer just got hotter.

    Fancode is all set to exclusively stream the Bengal Pro T20 League starting 11 June. The move brings back-to-back matches, bold strokes, and Bengal’s biggest cricket names directly to mobile screens — and all for a pocket-friendly price.

    The league will feature both men’s and women’s editions, giving equal spotlight to seasoned stars and rising talents. The men’s matches will unfold at the historic Eden Gardens, while the women’s battles will be played at the Jadavpur University grounds. The finals for both editions are slated for 28 June.

    Among the star players, Team India’s pace spearhead Mohammad Shami will don the colours of Sharchi Rarh Tigers. Former Bengal skipper Manoj Tiwari, young gun Abhishek Porel, and seamer Mukesh Kumar are also part of the mix. Not to be outdone, the women’s tournament features marquee names like Richa Ghosh, Hrishita Basu, and Saika Ishaque.

    The men’s league will see eight franchises in the fray: Kolkata Royal Tigers, Adamas Howrah Warriors, Rashmi Medinipur Wizards, Rarh Tigers, Malda Sobisco Smashers, Murshidabad Kings, Harbour Diamonds, and Servotec Siliguri Strikers.

    The women’s division mirrors that with teams including Rarh Tigers, Servotec Siliguri Strikers, Rashmi Medinipur Wizards, Adamas Howrah Warriors, Lux-Shyam Kolkata Tigers, Harbour Diamonds, Murshidabad Queens, and Sobisco Smashers Malda.

    Fancode’s coverage comes loaded with digital perks. Fans can enjoy interactive overlays, instant highlights, and customised match access — allowing them to pay only for the games they want. The pricing is just as aggressive as the cricket: match pass at Rs 25, full men’s edition at Rs 99, and the women’s full pass at Rs 69.

    “We’re bringing Bengal cricket to every screen with features built for today’s fan”, said Fancode spokespersons. With this exclusive tie-up, Fancode continues to strengthen its position in regional sports streaming, delivering high-octane tournaments that blend local fervour with a global digital touch.

  • Nothing pads up with RCB for T20 2025 in a game-changing partnership

    Nothing pads up with RCB for T20 2025 in a game-changing partnership

    MUMBAI: London-based technology brand Nothing has stepped onto the cricket pitch, announcing its associate sponsorship with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the highly anticipated T20 Season 2025. Known for its bold design and disruptive approach, Nothing, the fastest-growing smartphone brand of 2024 with a remarkable 577 per cent YoY growth (Counterpoint), is making a big statement in India with this high-impact collaboration.

    With cricket being India’s heartbeat, this partnership is a match made in sporting heaven. Nothing’s logo will be prominently displayed on the lead trousers of RCB’s playing kit strategically placed on the left leg for right-handed batsmen and on the opposite leg for left-handers. This clever positioning ensures maximum visibility throughout the tournament, reflecting Nothing’s commitment to connecting with young, tech-savvy audiences.

    Speaking about the association Nothing co-founder & India president Akis Evangelidis said, “Cricket is the heartbeat of India, bringing millions of people together through a shared passion and unwavering devotion to the game. At Nothing, we embody that same spirit of community and bold ambition, making our partnership with Royal Challengers Bengaluru a natural fit. As we deepen our commitment to India, we’re excited to connect with the country’s most passionate fans and be part of this incredible journey.”

    Royal Challengers Bengaluru COO Rajesh Menon said, “We’re excited to partner with Nothing to bring cutting-edge innovation and expansion to India. This collaboration perfectly aligns with RCB’s commitment to challenge the status quos, and we look forward to elevating the fan journey with Nothing’s forward-thinking approach to connectivity.”

    The T20 2025 season kicks off with a clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and RCB on 22 March  at Eden Gardens, while RCB’s first home match is set for April 2 against Gujarat Titans. With Nothing backing the team, fans can expect an electrifying season both on and off the field.

    Meanwhile, Nothing has also been making waves in the tech world. The brand unveiled its latest Phone (3a) Series at MWC on March 4, 2025, showcasing advanced triple-camera systems, Snapdragon processors, and its signature design innovations. With RCB’s fearless gameplay and Nothing’s disruptive tech, this partnership promises to be one for the record books.
     

  • Legends League Cricket appointed BookMyShow as exclusive ticketing partner

    Legends League Cricket appointed BookMyShow as exclusive ticketing partner

    Mumbai: Legends League Cricket has announced that India’s leading entertainment destination, BookMyShow, has been appointed as the exclusive ticketing partner for its upcoming season.

    The next season will be played between 16 September – 5 October 2022, and tickets will be available exclusively on BookMyShow. Fans can also get their tickets for the special matches, which will be played on 16 September, 2022, between Indian Maharajas and World Giants, on BookMyShow. Tickets for all matches are available on the platform.

    Legends League Cricket co-founder and CEO Raman Raheja said, “With the scale of its loyal and compelling consumer base, BookMyShow brings in a focused approach and experience as far as online ticketing goes. We hope to have a world-class experience for our spectators at every touch point, whether on the field or online, and that is the reason we have partnered with the most preferred online entertainment platform for ticketing.”

    BookMyShow COO-live entertainment venues Anil Makhija said, “With a compelling line-up of players, the upcoming season of the hugely popular Legends League Cricket is all set to attract massive crowds. BookMyShow is delighted to be associated with this one-of-its-kind initiative, where more than 100 legendary cricket players have come together on one platform to entertain fans. We can’t wait for the season to get started!”

    The Legends League Cricket will be a four-team tournament and a 16-match affair. The league will start on 16 September at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata and will be hosted in five different cities, including Lucknow, New Delhi, Cuttack, and Jodhpur.

  • Legends League Cricket locks LNJ Bhilwara Group’s ‘Bhilwara Kings’ as the fourth team

    Legends League Cricket locks LNJ Bhilwara Group’s ‘Bhilwara Kings’ as the fourth team

    Mumbai: Legends League Cricket has onboarded LNJ Bhilwara Group as the fourth franchise in the league for this season. From textiles and fashion to EV batteries, this company is making the grand transition into the sports business with this investment.

    Adani Group, GMR Group, and Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG) have already acquired franchises in the Legends League Cricket recently.

    The league, which is being played in India for the first time, is dedicated to the 75th anniversary celebration of Indian Independence and is being held in India from 16 September. The upcoming edition of the league will have four teams playing from 16 September to 8 October 2022 in six cities.

    The league will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, followed by Lucknow, New Delhi, Cuttack, and Jodhpur.

    Legends League Cricket founder and chairman Vivek Khushalani said, “We welcome Riju Jhunjhunwala of the LNJ Bhilwara group to be part of the Legends League Cricket. When we went to him with this idea, his enthusiasm was such that we knew that he was going to be part of our team. We are glad that he finally decided, and I thank him once again for all the support.”

    The $1.2 billion LNJ Bhilwara Group is known for its apparel and garments. It recently diversified into EV batteries.

    LNJ Bhilwara Group chairman Riju Jhunjhunwala said, “No sport can ever claim the love and popularity cricket has in our country. I am proud to be part of Legend’s clan, which has a religion-like fan following. In my career, I have watched so many cricketers, but this is a different feeling altogether to be part of the game. I am really looking forward to this season and many more of them.”

  • ICC Worldcup T20 2016 sets new record in viewership; both traditional and digital

    ICC Worldcup T20 2016 sets new record in viewership; both traditional and digital

    MUMBAI: ICC World T20 2016 has locked a 114 percent viewership growth in India, making it one of the most successful years for the tournament, says ICC.  

    “In India alone, the India versus Pakistan encounter rated 17.3 across the Star Sports network and Doordarshan, the best rated Twenty20 match ever since the final of the World Twenty20 in 2007, reaching 83 million people. And the cumulative in-home viewership for the event in India was 730 million, an increase of 114 per cent over the previous edition,” read a statement released by International Cricket Council.

    Commenting on the unprecedented success of the ICC’s digital and broadcast activity at the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016, ICC chief executive officer David Richardson said, “It is a fact that the ICC World Twenty20 2016 engaged with fans, old and new, like never before. The dynamic and fascinating cricket on field was matched by the innovative presentation of the world feed broadcast and the efforts of our broadcast partners, which delivered record viewership numbers. “

    The tournament, won by the West Indies men’s and women’s teams, which beat England and Australia in their respective finals at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on 3 April, was the first major ICC event produced by ICC TV. That involved coverage of 48 matches across seven venues in India using 30 cameras at each venue.

    The tournament also showcased staggering figures when it comes to its digital reach with 320 million video views across ICC digital properties and social media pages alone. “During the event, 46 million people across the world engaged on Facebook, the most ever for any Twenty20 event in history, while the 85 press conferences streamed live on the ICC’s Facebook page had more than 10 million views,” ICC shared. In addition to that there were 5.75 billion impressions of Tweets related to the ICC World Twenty20, an all-time record for any cricket event. The data on the digital activities was equally stunning and it all added up to make the event a hugely successful one.

    “Our philosophy that the game is about the fans encouraged us to push digital media and broadcast boundaries at the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 with some creative and engaging activations and innovations.And this enhancement, supplemented by the skills of the players and a highly competitive format, contributed enormously to the overall success of the tournament as we recorded unprecedented broadcast and digital figures. We are delighted with the results and look forward to continuing to develop both our digital activities and our broadcast coverage ahead of next year’s ICC Champions Trophy and the ICC Women’s World Cup, both set to be held in the United Kingdom,” Richardson concluded.

  • ICC Worldcup T20 2016 sets new record in viewership; both traditional and digital

    ICC Worldcup T20 2016 sets new record in viewership; both traditional and digital

    MUMBAI: ICC World T20 2016 has locked a 114 percent viewership growth in India, making it one of the most successful years for the tournament, says ICC.  

    “In India alone, the India versus Pakistan encounter rated 17.3 across the Star Sports network and Doordarshan, the best rated Twenty20 match ever since the final of the World Twenty20 in 2007, reaching 83 million people. And the cumulative in-home viewership for the event in India was 730 million, an increase of 114 per cent over the previous edition,” read a statement released by International Cricket Council.

    Commenting on the unprecedented success of the ICC’s digital and broadcast activity at the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016, ICC chief executive officer David Richardson said, “It is a fact that the ICC World Twenty20 2016 engaged with fans, old and new, like never before. The dynamic and fascinating cricket on field was matched by the innovative presentation of the world feed broadcast and the efforts of our broadcast partners, which delivered record viewership numbers. “

    The tournament, won by the West Indies men’s and women’s teams, which beat England and Australia in their respective finals at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on 3 April, was the first major ICC event produced by ICC TV. That involved coverage of 48 matches across seven venues in India using 30 cameras at each venue.

    The tournament also showcased staggering figures when it comes to its digital reach with 320 million video views across ICC digital properties and social media pages alone. “During the event, 46 million people across the world engaged on Facebook, the most ever for any Twenty20 event in history, while the 85 press conferences streamed live on the ICC’s Facebook page had more than 10 million views,” ICC shared. In addition to that there were 5.75 billion impressions of Tweets related to the ICC World Twenty20, an all-time record for any cricket event. The data on the digital activities was equally stunning and it all added up to make the event a hugely successful one.

    “Our philosophy that the game is about the fans encouraged us to push digital media and broadcast boundaries at the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 with some creative and engaging activations and innovations.And this enhancement, supplemented by the skills of the players and a highly competitive format, contributed enormously to the overall success of the tournament as we recorded unprecedented broadcast and digital figures. We are delighted with the results and look forward to continuing to develop both our digital activities and our broadcast coverage ahead of next year’s ICC Champions Trophy and the ICC Women’s World Cup, both set to be held in the United Kingdom,” Richardson concluded.

  • Eden Gardens is optional venue for India VS Pakistan T-20 WC match

    Eden Gardens is optional venue for India VS Pakistan T-20 WC match

    MUMBAI: Amidst on going controversy over India VS Pakistan T20 match scheduled on 19 March 2016, Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) today (3 March 2016) announced Eden Gardens Kolkata as an ‘optional venue’.

    A source close to the development said, “The T20 World Cup match will be conducted with complete finesse and if Dharamsala cannot host the match it will be played in Kolkata.” 

    The final is also slated to be played in the city of joy and now if the rival match also gets shifted, the cricket lovers in Bengal are sure to have a  joyous time ahead. The marquee international tournament will commence on 8 March 2016 and will conclude with the grand finale on 3 April.

     

  • Eden Gardens is optional venue for India VS Pakistan T-20 WC match

    Eden Gardens is optional venue for India VS Pakistan T-20 WC match

    MUMBAI: Amidst on going controversy over India VS Pakistan T20 match scheduled on 19 March 2016, Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) today (3 March 2016) announced Eden Gardens Kolkata as an ‘optional venue’.

    A source close to the development said, “The T20 World Cup match will be conducted with complete finesse and if Dharamsala cannot host the match it will be played in Kolkata.” 

    The final is also slated to be played in the city of joy and now if the rival match also gets shifted, the cricket lovers in Bengal are sure to have a  joyous time ahead. The marquee international tournament will commence on 8 March 2016 and will conclude with the grand finale on 3 April.

     

  • Eden Gardens to host opening and closing ceremony of IPL 2015

    Eden Gardens to host opening and closing ceremony of IPL 2015

    MUMBAI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the Pepsi IPL 2014 winners, will commence their defence of the title, on home turf, on 8 April 2015. The opening encounter of the Pepsi IPL 2015 will see them play Mumbai Indians, at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

     

    A total of 60 matches (including the four playoffs) will be played over a period of 47 days, in the eighth season of the flagship tournament.

     

    The Maharashtra Cricket Association International Stadium at Pune will host three home games of Kings XI Punjab, whilst the Dr. YSR ACA-VDCA Stadium at Visakhapatnam will host three home games of Sunrisers Hyderabad. After a hiatus in 2014, the Shahid Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium at Raipur will once again stage two home games of Delhi Daredevils. Rajasthan Royals will play their home games at the Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium, Motera, Ahmedabad, and another venue that will be confirmed shortly.

     

    The Pepsi IPL 2015 Final will be played at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on 24 May 2015. The schedule is available at http://www.iplt20.com/schedule.

     

    IPL Governing Council chairman Ranjib Biswal said, “The top players from all over the world will be seen in action this year at the Pepsi IPL 2015. I am looking forward to some exciting contests in the middle. Over the next couple of weeks, the teams will strengthen their squads in preparedness for the 2015 edition of the Pepsi IPL. I am excited to join the fans to see a lot of exciting cricket over the next three months.”