Culver Max Entertainment, the parent company of Sony Sports Network, a leading sports broadcaster in India, has announced its acquisition of exclusive television rights for the Major League Cricket (MLC) T20 spectacle in India for one year. The second season of MLC will commence with defending champions MI New York taking on Seattle Orcas in the opening match at Church Street Park, Morrisville. The match will be broadcast live in India on 6th July 2024. The tournament’s grand finale will be held at Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, with live coverage in India scheduled for 29th July 2024.
MLC has played a pivotal role in the growing cricket fervor in the United States, capturing the attention of India’s avid cricket enthusiasts. The participation of renowned Indian franchises like Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings promises to elevate excitement among their respective fan bases. Star cricketers such as Quinton de Kock, Marcus Stoinis, and Nicholas Pooran are anticipated to showcase their skills in the upcoming season.
The second edition of MLC features a stellar lineup of commentators, including former Indian cricket team captain and batting legend Sunil Gavaskar, Pakistani bowling maestro Wasim Akram, former New Zealand cricketer Danny Morrison, alongside Daren Ganga, Pommie Mbangwa, Matthew Hayden, Chris Morris, Natalie Germanos, Scott Styris, and Mike Haysman.
Sony Sports Network’s cricket portfolio already includes broadcasting rights for New Zealand Cricket, England Cricket Board, Sri Lanka Cricket, and recently added the India Tour of Zimbabwe T20I series.
