Cricket followers are in for a prime-time feast, with previous rivals poised to return to motion. The International Masters League (IML) has unveiled the schedule of fixtures for the highly-anticipated inaugural season, which can function six groups – India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies. JioStar’s Disney+ Hotstar together with Colors Cineplex (SD & HD) and Colors Cineplex Superhits will broadcast the event reside for all cricket aficionados. The matches will start at 7:30 pm.
The opening sport, scheduled for February 22, 2025, will witness a faceoff between the Asian giants. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar will lead an Indian staff in opposition to a Sri Lankan facet led by Kumar Sangakkara, one among Sri Lanka’s most profitable captains.
IML shall be a celebration of cricket’s distinctive and enduring legacy. I can not wait to step again onto the sector with my contemporaries in a league that shall be intense and aggressive, with all of the groups enjoying onerous, however truthful”, Sachin Tendulkar, the captain of the Indian team, said.
“The IML is a tribute to cricket’s timeless attraction. It is an excellent alternative for former cricketers. It’s a platform the place they’ll relive previous rivalries and reconnect with followers. I’m excited to take part on this historic league alongside so many illustrious names”, said Kumar Sangakkara, the captain of the Sri Lankan team.
“We are thrilled and honoured to accomplice with JioStar for the IML. We have little question that JioStar, with its expertise and, experience in sports activities broadcasting, will make the league a memorable expertise for cricket followers throughout the globe”, Jahan Mehta, Director, FSPM, said.
“We are delighted to broadcast the inaugural season of the International Masters League on Disney+ Hotstar, together with our linear channels Colors Cineplex and Colors Cineplex Superhits. The IML is greater than only a cricket tournament-it is a reunion of greatness. Fans can anticipate thrilling matches, skilled commentary, unique behind-the-scenes entry and a variety of nostalgia, within the weeks to return,” mentioned Rohan Lavsi, Head – Hindi Movies Business, JioStar.
The IML match-schedule is as follows:
After 5 matches in Navi Mumbai, the IML will transfer to Rajkot; thereafter, the matches will transfer to Raipur. Raipur may also host the semi-finals and closing.
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