Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has joined the possession group of the Nationwide Cricket League (NCL) within the U.S., including star energy to the league’s effort to develop the game’s attain in America. Tendulkar’s position with the NCL comes as a part of a broader initiative to advertise cricket in a rustic the place it has but to develop into a mainstream sport.
“The NCL’s imaginative and prescient to create a platform for world-class cricket whereas inspiring a brand new technology of followers resonates with me. I sit up for being a part of this new initiative and witnessing the expansion of cricket within the U.S. firsthand,” Tendulkar mentioned.
The NCL’s upcoming season will function performances by singer Mika Singh and themed nights designed to draw a wider viewers. Cricket legends like Sunil Gavaskar, Wasim Akram, and Sir Vivian Richards will mentor youthful gamers, whereas top-tier worldwide gamers reminiscent of Shahid Afridi, Suresh Raina, and Dinesh Karthik are set to compete.
Arun Agarwal, the chairman of the NCL, highlighted Tendulkar’s position in serving to the league acquire momentum within the U.S. “His involvement highlights the NCL’s aim to encourage future generations and set up cricket as a significant sport within the U.S.,” Agarwal mentioned. He added that Tendulkar’s affect in cricket is corresponding to figures like Michael Jordan in basketball and Tom Brady in soccer.
The NCL, headquartered in Dallas, has launched a fast-paced Sixty Strikes format to make cricket extra participating for brand spanking new followers. Tendulkar’s presence within the league, alongside different legendary gamers, is predicted to attract consideration from each cricket fanatics and newcomers within the U.S. market.