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  • CricFan & Radio City partner to put fans in the spotlight ahead of T-20 World Cup

    CricFan & Radio City partner to put fans in the spotlight ahead of T-20 World Cup

    Mumbai: CricFan, a dynamic fan-centric platform for cricket enthusiasts, has announced a strategic partnership with one of India’s leading radio stations – Radio City, to amplify fan engagement ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the United States and West Indies. This collaboration aims to revolutionise the cricket entertainment industry through innovative formats and interactive fan experiences.

    CricFan has been at the forefront of cricket entertainment, introducing inventive TV formats such as FanzoneTV, Cricket Chirps, and Queens of Cricket. These shows have created a space for fans to come together and share their passion for the sport and its superstars. Building on this success, CricFan recently launched CricWin, a fun and engaging free-to-play contest designed to bring the cricketing community even closer.

    The partnership with Radio City is set to take fan engagement to new heights by offering fans an opportunity to be part of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 craze via CricWin. CricFan founder Marc Hayward expressed “India has always been at the top when it comes to cheering for Cricket. Fans always want to feel involved with their favourite teams; honestly, without them, there is no thrill in the sport. Our main idea behind the partnership with RadioCity is based on the same. CricWin’s free-to-play contest is just a simple way for the fans to feel involved in being the 12th man of the team and also stand a chance to win gifts of great value.”

    In this association, India’s first private FM station, Radio City will promote CricWin through prominent mentions by popular RJs and on-air promotions in cities with high radio penetration, such as Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Bangalore. These cities were selected for their significant cricket fan base, ensuring maximum participation in CricFan’s free-to-play prize competition platform – CricWin.

    In return, CricFan will provide Radio City with exclusive content integration as the ‘exclusive title sponsor,’ including in-show call-outs, graphics, and co-branded promotional assets on social media for its flagship podcast series – FANZONE UNPLUGGED.

    CricWin is the sister company of CricFan that allows cricket fans to participate in free-to-play contests and win exciting prizes like merchandise of your favourite cricket teams, signed cricket items, electronic gadgets, and many more. To participate in the free giveaway at CricWin, visit https://giveaway.cricfan.tv/, click on the play now button, enter your details, and submit an entry to try your luck at winning.

  • Disney+ Hotstar launches Caught & Bold live cricket show for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

    Disney+ Hotstar launches Caught & Bold live cricket show for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

    Mumbai: For the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Disney+ Hotstar has announced a first-of-its-kind LIVE cricket show, ‘Caught & Bold’ featuring T20 World champions Harbhajan Singh, S. Sreesanth, Piyush Chawla; former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu, seasoned broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar and a host of other former cricketers from around the world. ‘Caught & Bold’ will be hosted by popular stand-up comic performers, Varun Thakur and Rohan Joshi, along with the content creators Ocean Sharma, Arjun Pandit and Navneeth Krishna as co-presenters. Starting June 2, ‘Caught & Bold’ will be aired live every match day on Disney+ Hotstar.

    Commenting on this unique show, Disney+ Hotst head ads at Dhruv Dhawan said, “With ‘Caught and Bold,’ we aim to enhance India’s cricket watching experience, both with our quality product and with content that resonates with the avid cricket fans in India, while giving our advertisers an opportunity to connect with this community beyond the live match. By blending cricket analysis with a dose of humour and interactivity, we’re creating an entertaining and engaging experience. We’re thrilled to bring this fresh perspective to our viewers and advertisers alike.”

    Hosted for the fans, this show will provide a fun take on cricket and will enable fans to share their opinions live and participate in quizzes. Presented with a bold, quirky and candid approach, it will showcase significant moments, stories, action & drama of your favorite heroes, teams, and the tournament, caught on & off the field during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Designed to strike a perfect balance between the intensity of cricket and the joy of entertainment, ‘Caught and Bold’ promises a refreshing blend of humourous segments and interactive discussions. ‘Caught and Bold’ stands out from the crowd of typical cricket shows. The show is not just about watching, it’s about participating. With interactive segments, you can join in the discussions and kickstart the excitement. And in ‘bindaas poll’, our hosts and comedians take on cricket with humour and wit, making you feel like a part of the action.

    It also offers a line-up of unique segments that are bound to catch your attention. From radical candour to relatable street cricket tales, this show is a breath of fresh air. Brace yourself for bold predictions and analyses, and the best cricket memes that will leave you in splits.

    This exclusive cricket show is also open for brand associations for the pre, mid and post match segments throughout the tournament as co-sponsor partnerships as well as segment ownership. To create a meaningful connection with the cricket community, brands can leverage individual segments of the show such as pitch report, playing 11, moments & highlights of the day, in a quirky way which resonates with the brand’s philosophy.

    With advertisers showing a high level of interest in associating with the show, Kent RO has come onboard as the title sponsor while Macho Hint has signed up as the co-sponsor for the Disney+ Hotstar’s ‘Caught & Bold’.

    Get ready to witness the cricketing fun starting June 2, 2024. The tournament will be available to watch live and free on mobile on Disney+ Hotstar.

  • IndusInd Bank ignites excitement with ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 trophy experience

    IndusInd Bank ignites excitement with ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 trophy experience

    Mumbai:  IndusInd Bank, a global partner of the International Cricket Council, concluded the much-coveted Trophy Experience in Mumbai and Gurgaon, held in anticipation of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The trophy experience reflected the Bank’s faith in the transformative power of sports and its commitment towards nurturing lasting emotional bonds among fans.

    Hosted across ten distinct branches and offices, the trophy experience strengthened the Bank’s brand presence and helped forge deeper bonds with its customers, employees and cricket fans. This immersive experience not only celebrated the spirit of cricket but also emphasised the Bank’s dedication towards uniting cricket enthusiasts, providing enriching fan experiences to them and weaving unforgettable memories in their lives.

    IndusInd Bank head of consumer banking and marketing Soumitra Sen said, “We’re thrilled to offer one-of-a-kind experiences to fans and cricket enthusiasts leading up to and during the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2024. We deeply believe in the transformative impact of sports and strive to ignite passion among fans. The fantastic response to the trophy experience reaffirms our commitment as we work to deepen our bond and connect with cricket enthusiasts globally.”

    The trophy experience traversed across select branches and offices of IndusInd Bank at iconic locations in Mumbai and Gurgaon, including Nariman Point, Colaba, Marine Drive, Peddar Road and Opera House in Mumbai, and Palm Springs and DLF Cyber City in Gurgaon. Here are experiences shared by fans who had the opportunity to experience the trophy up close during the tour:

    IndusInd Bank  Gurgaon branch customer Padamjeet Sehrawat expressed his enthusiasm,

    “Seeing the trophy, I had goose-bumps, and my heart was pounding. All the best to Team India!

    May we achieve glory with the Indian team lifting the trophy this year. Go Team India!”

    IndusInd Bank  Gurgaon branch customer Padamjeet Sehrawat expressed his enthusiasm,

    “Seeing the trophy, I had goose-bumps, and my heart was pounding. All the best to Team India! May we achieve glory with the Indian team lifting the trophy this year. Go Team India!”

    IndusInd Bank a Gurgaon branch customer

    Rakesh Srivastava exclaimed, “It’s great to  see the trophy experience organised by IndusInd Bank. May the best team win the trophy. As an Indian, I hope that the winning team is India. It will be amazing to see the winning trophy in the hands of the Indian team, with over a billion Indians enjoying the tournament and the victory.”

    IndusInd Bank a Mumbai branch customer V. E. Belani

    said, “It was a great honour and privilege to see the trophy. I hope Team India brings it home!”

    IndusInd Bank a Mumbai branch customer Usha K Lulla expressing her joy, exclaimed, “It was a wonderful feeling to see the trophy, and a prestigious and glorious moment for the bank to host it in their branch! My experience with the bank’s staff during my visits to the branch has always been great.”

  • Kartik Aaryan collaborates with Disney+ Hotstar for their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign

    Kartik Aaryan collaborates with Disney+ Hotstar for their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign

    Mumbai: With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup all set to begin on  2 June 2024, cricket fans across the nation are stoked as they cheer for the Men in Blue. Earlier this week, Disney+ Hotstar announced their collaboration with the young Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan as he came on board as the face of the platform’s campaign, Free for All, Har Match Har Ball. As an extension of this campaign, Disney+ Hotstar has released another ad film reiterating their ‘Free on mobile’ offering for the tournament enabling all the cricket fans across the country to never miss any cricketing action.

    Similar to the first film, this ad too is vibrant and captures the essence of India’s love for cricket. Set in a village, it showcases everyday scenarios like power cuts, or families fighting for the remote with a fun twist. Conceptualized by the Disney+ Hotstar team and directed by Vijay Maurya, the ad talks about Disney+ Hotstar’s ‘Free on mobile’ proposition, it also places emphasis on the app’s special data saver mode for matches so that viewers across the country can enjoy the tournament without having to worry about running out of data packages.

    Kartik Aaryan said, “Cricket in India isn’t just a game; it’s a bond that connects us all, regardless of age or background. I remember eagerly waiting for school to end so we could play with friends, the joy of simply being together, irrespective of the result. Watching the World Cup with my family was a tradition filled with excitement and pride as we cheered for Team India. The thrill and my love for cricket will never fade.”

    The first match will take place between the USA and Canada on 2 June 2024 at 6:00 AM IST. The ninth edition of the tournament will be hosted by the West Indies and the USA, with the event featuring 20 teams competing across 55 games for the right to be crowned ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 champions.

    Get ready to witness the cricketing action live and free on mobile on Disney+ Hotstar starting 2 June 2024.

  • Star Sports unveils thrilling promo featuring Amitabh Bachchan for T20 World Cup 2024

    Star Sports unveils thrilling promo featuring Amitabh Bachchan for T20 World Cup 2024

    Mumbai: Get ready for the thrill of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, just a month away! Star Sports, the official broadcaster of the biggest prize in T20 cricket, is fueling the excitement among fans as the tournament draws closer. In a captivating video shared on Star Sports’ social media platforms, the iconic ‘Shehanshah of Bollywood’ Amitabh Bachchan, featuring in the movie ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, stands tall to rally behind Team India as they embark on their journey to reclaim the title of T20 World Champions.

    The legendary Amitabh Bachchan, stepping into the formidable role of ‘Ashwatthama’ in his debut teaser from ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ promises an exhilarating moment for team India’s passionate fans as they unite to support the team’s quest to bring home the T20 World Cup, just like they did in 2007.

    Don’t miss out on the excitement! Watch the promo video for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 below:

  • Harbhajan Singh and Mithali Raj play cricket with school children

    Harbhajan Singh and Mithali Raj play cricket with school children

    Mumbai: Students at Raje Shivaji Vidyalay in Dharavi, Mumbai, were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity when cricket legends Harbhajan Singh and Mithali Raj visited their school on Wednesday. The veterans spent a fun-filled morning with the school children at the special event organised by Disney Star in collaboration with Yuva Unstoppable.

    The duo, who are part of the Star Sports commentary panel for the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, played cricket with the kids and gave them real-time game insights.  

    The students had a memorable day because an exciting game of cricket was followed by a heart-to-heart conversation with their favorite heroes.

    Former Team India spinner Harbhajan Singh said, “I would like to thank Disney Star, along with Yuva Unstoppable, who gave me the opportunity to come here and spend quality time to play cricket with these children. Whenever we meet with kids, the happiness and smiles we see on their faces, is the real victory in life. Today, their day was made along with mine.”

    Former India Women’s captain Mithali Raj said, “Today was a surreal experience and it was amazing to interact with some talented students at Dharavi. I had a lot of fun playing and even shared a few cricket tips with them. Our country has plenty of talent, both girls and boys, and such kind of events will only inspire them to excel and work hard in everything that they want to do. Today was a special day which I will remember for a long time!”

    For over two years, Disney Star has been associated with Yuva Unstoppable for the School Transformation Program. Disney Star has so far transformed 40 schools across the country.  

    The program will enhance government-run schools by renovating the school campus, thereby encouraging students to continue their education. Sanitation (separate toilets for boys and girls), improved access to water (separate drinking and dishwashing areas), making the school building brighter, educational paintings, smart classrooms, rainwater harvesting, providing tablets for digital learning, equipping science labs, and more are some of the key areas of this intervention.

  • Disney+ Hotstar launches ‘Follow On’ for the T20 World Cup’s freemium users

    Disney+ Hotstar launches ‘Follow On’ for the T20 World Cup’s freemium users

    Mumbai: Amidst the on-going ICC Men’s T20 World Cup fever, Disney+ Hotstar elevates the cricketainment experience with the launch of Follow On. This is a special video feed that gives a real-time account of the cricket match – complete with stats, expert opinions, and insights into the game. Disney+ Hotstar makes Follow On available for all users—subscribers as well as freemium users. Freemium users on Disney+ Hotstar will be switched to Follow On after the free live cricket timer (a free sampling of live cricket offered to freemium users) expires, to be able to follow the game seamlessly.

    Follow On’s viewers can get analysis with graphics and visuals in Hindi by cricket commentators such as Sunil Vaidya, Sanjay Banerjee, Raman Bhanot, Vineet Garg, Naveen Srivastava, Reema Malhotra, Ajay Mehra, Padmajeet Sehrawat, and Manoj Sharma.

    A Disney+ Hotstar spokesperson said, “Disney+ Hotstar has always delivered the best-in-class live sports experience in India. With Follow On, we’re raising the bar by democratising access to premium cricket entertainment by providing a real-time account of the cricket action to all users—including our freemium viewers.

    “Every Disney+ Hotstar user is valuable to us, and we constantly strive to deliver innovation that helps users engage deeper with our platform. We look forward to rolling out Follow On to users, which will further bolster Disney+ Hotstar’s position as the one-stop-shop for cricketainment.”

  • Inox onboards Nissan as official sponsor for World Cup Screening

    Inox onboards Nissan as official sponsor for World Cup Screening

    Mumbai: Multiplex chain Inox Leisure Ltd on Thursday announced the onboarding of Nissan India as official sponsor of the World Cup screening at Inox.

    The partnership will see Nissan India and Inox working across various digital media platforms including on-screen and video wall advertisements, as well as hosting live match screening sessions for their exclusive clientele and dealer partners. Nissan is the official sponsor of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and Nissan Magnite is the official car of the tournament.

    “The initiative presents a great opportunity for the fans who wish to experience the ‘stadium energy’ in a carnival-like, safe and hygienic setting, while enjoying Inox’s food-combos and gourmet options served at the multiplexes,” read an official statement by Inox.

    Inox Leisure Ltd chief sales and revenue officer Anand Vishal said, “With an aim to provide a holistic experience to our patrons, we have constantly been working on our alliances to help us elevate their cinema-going experience. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is one of the much-awaited cricketing events across the globe, and it is a privilege for us to screen the matches LIVE at our cinemas. The partnership with Nissan India adds a new dimension and further strengthens our brand offering.”

    The seventh edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup hosted by BCCI in UAE and Oman began on 17 October and the final match is scheduled on 14 November. Inox will showcase all matches played by team India, along with marquee league matches, the semi-finals and the final in all major cities in India, said the statement.

    “The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is one of the greatest cricket events India looks forward to. Nissan is happy to associate with a dynamic brand like Inox to bring world-class viewing experience to cricket fans. The #BreakBoundaries theme that embodies the spirit of cricket as a sport is echoed by cricket fans in their day to day lives as they strive to move ahead in life,” stated Nissan Motor India MD Rakesh Srivastava.

  • Inox to screen ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup matches live

    Inox to screen ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup matches live

    Mumbai: Inox Leisure Ltd, has announced that it will be screening LIVE matches of the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2021 at its multiplexes in all major cities across the country.

    The 7th edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup hosted by BCCI in UAE and Oman is beginning on 17 October. The Final is scheduled on 14 November 2021.

    Depending on the market, the multiplex chain will have differential pricing for tickets ranging from Rs. 200 in tier-3 cities to Rs. 500 in metros.

    The multiplex brand is expecting to draw cricket fans in large numbers by offering them an exceptional stadium-like experience of their favourite sport. Inox will showcase all league matches to be played by Team India, along with marquee league matches, the Semi-Finals and the Final.