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Have you ever heard about MLC? Everything you need to know about MLC and their major cricket event is coming this weekend! The Major Cricket League is a professional Twenty20 cricket tournament that is played in the United States. This tournament is operated by American Cricket Enterprise and sanctioned by USA Cricket. 2023 was the first season of MLC, and it was a success because there was viewership around the globe and sponsorship from different big brands. The USA, which is home to basketball, organised its first international cricket tournament after the success of MLC. Teams participating in the tournament 1) The Texas Super Kings 2) Los Angeles knight riders  3) Mi New York  4) San Francisco unicorns 5) Seattle orcas 6) Washington freedom. Cognizant is the first-ever title sponsor of the only world-class professional cricket championship in America. In the last 2 years, the USA has spent billions of dollars on cricket. The reason can be because of the popularity of sports in Asian countries and others. People playing this sport are large in number, and there is an opportunity to turn this into business. What are your views on why the USA is investing millions in organising cricket tournaments? Do let me know in the comments. #cricket #mlc #sports #usa

A new strategic plan 2024-2027 for cricket in Ireland has been unveiled by Cricket Ireland. The plan addresses the growth and change experienced over the past decade, adapting to the evolving landscape and embracing the rich diversity of players and fans in Ireland. Developed following broad regional consultation, the strategy is built around five key pillars: growing the game, performing on the world stage, creating an engaged sport, building strong foundations, and working together. https://lnkd.in/dsSwnkRM

A big day for Canadian cricket. Those in the sports business trade will know how much time and effort is spent conceptualizing, negotiating and launching these partnerships. A special thanks goes out to the folks who have had the patience to learn the sport (“you mean people will sit around for 8 hours watching ONE game?!?”…to which the answer is an easy yes), understand its potential and work with us tirelessly over the last several months to put together a long-term vision that we are incredibly excited about. Equally, it must be recognized this is not just a result of commercial stakeholders doubling down on Canadian cricket. This is a result of the sacrifices made by players and coaches, who travel across the world to remote destinations and juggle the demands of their professional careers and family life, who are now about to play on Cricket’s biggest global stage in June. A result of the relentless volunteer work by administrators across the country who give all their free time to steward the sport towards a bright future. And, a result of a growing commercial platform that now gives Canada’s largest brands an opportunity to tap into the steep growth trajectory of our sport. We cannot be more excited for this partnership to take cricket to new heights in Canada. https://lnkd.in/gXyGWHAQ

Although the phrase “The Spirit of Cricket” is commonly used in reference to cricket, the ideals of fair play and sportsmanship it represents may be applied to any sport or even daily life. These rules underpin the sport and are essential to maintaining its integrity, the safety of the players, and the thrill of competition. 👍Let’s talk about the Spirit of Cricket, which includes things like fair play and sportsmanship: 1.#PreservationofTraditions: Cricket has a long and storied history, and its traditions should be preserved for future generations to enjoy. This adherence to and appreciation for tradition is what the “Spirit of Cricket” is all about. It helps maintain the sport’s tradition and cultural relevance. 2.#FairCompetition: Playing within the rules is essential to the success of any sporting event. It guarantees that everyone involved has a fair shot at winning. The game loses all of its significance and the spirit of competition is destroyed when there is no regard for fair play. 3.#RespectforOpponents: Honouring the rival Team and Players Sportsmanship places a premium on honouring the rival team and players. It teaches people how to compete with dignity and respect their opponents’ abilities and efforts. This esteem even goes to cheering on the competition when they turn up a solid performance. 4.#SelfRespect: Players learn self-respect as part of the Spirit of Cricket, which also emphasises respect for teammates and the game. It inspires athletes to be responsible people both on and off the pitch. Having more regard for oneself can lead to improved actions in every area of life. 5.#UpholdingValues: Cricket, like any other sport, can stir up strong feelings in its fans. The Spirit of Cricket, on the other hand, stresses the importance of virtues like self-control, modesty, and perseverance. Aggression, dishonesty, and other forms of unsportsmanlike conduct are deterred as a result. 6.#RoleModeling: Aspiring cricketers often look up to professional players, particularly those who have reached the highest levels of the sport internationally. Their on- and off-field antics have the potential to shape the character of the next generation of cricketers and athletes. 7.#FriendshipandTeamwork: Sports provide a great setting for establishing and strengthening bonds of friendship. It’s simpler for players on different teams to become friends thanks to the Spirit of Cricket, which promotes competitive play without compromising on fairness. In conclusion, the integrity, tradition, and good influence of Cricket depend on its players upholding the Spirit of Cricket, which includes fair play and sportsmanship. #Crickerspirit #Cricketplayers #Cricketgame #Sportsmanship #Respect #Regardsplayers #Viratkohli #Babarazam #Pakistan #No01batsman #Fairplaying

Growth of Major League Cricket !! Curious about the latest sensation in American Sports? Major League Cricket has taken the U.S. by storm, capturing the hearts of fans nationwide and creating waves in American sports with its explosive matches and a star-studded roster of talented sportsmen. Despite the U.S. not being a traditional cricket-playing country, they were quick to invite and embrace the sport we all love and cherish with all our hearts. What’s more interesting is its connection to IPL, with beloved players like Kieron Pollard, Harmeet Singh, and Rashid Khan returning to represent their teams in the global cricket arena. Major League Cricket’s growth can also be attributed to its worldwide sponsorship pool, capturing the attention of companies and investors in the U.S. and also of NBC, CBS, and even The New York Times. The league has also been a hit on social media, gaining over 40 million impressions. We are in the golden age of sports where cricket is breaking boundaries and garnering interest in uncharted territories. And with the advent of the MLC 2024 tournaments from July 5th onwards, this could be the next big thing to watch. What do you think of MLC’s potential in American Sports? Are you excited for the upcoming tournaments commencing this week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #MajorLeagueCricket #MLC2024 #IPL #Cricket #AmericanSports #USACricket #T10Sports

Big news in the world of cricket this season 🏏 Somerset County Cricket Club, Kent County Council, and Northamptonshire County Cricket Club are stepping up to the pitch with formal bids to secure Tier 1 women’s teams for the 2025 season, joining Surrey County Cricket Club in the race to be among the elite eight in English women’s cricket's new top-flight division. This is a game-changer, not only for the sport but for the incredible athletes playing it. With the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) reshaping the landscape with a three-tiered format starting next year, the stage is set for unprecedented growth and visibility. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀... 1️⃣ Now is the time to start cultivating your personal brand. Engage proactively with your club’s commercial teams and strategize on amplifying your presence. This is about more than just performance on the field; it's about building a legacy and leveraging your influence. 2️⃣ Collaboration is key. Align your efforts with your club's objectives to ensure you're both heading for the same goal. Your personal brand can drive attention, sponsorships, and support to your club and the sport. 3️⃣ Aspiring cricketers, seasoned pros, and everyone passionate about the game, let's capitalize on this momentum. For the love of the sport, for the empowerment of athletes, and for the thrill of the game - let's knock this opportunity out of the park! ☎️ Let's talk if you need help... https://lnkd.in/eUSUCutf #sport #marketing #brand #partnerships #brandidentity #brandpurpose #sponsorship #sportsmarketing #athlete #athletemarketing #smallbusinessmarketing #startups #cricket

If you've watched or been interested in Cricket over the last few years then you'll have noticed a subtle yet significant shift in the landscape of Domestic Cricket. Since that special cricket summer of 2019, the domestic 50 over competition has more or less been put on the back burner with the introduction of The Hundred. What used to be a stage for established players to make a claim for international selection, has now become a proving ground for emerging talent. It's now a much less appealing proposition to spectators due to a myriad of other factors. Whether it be the Counties best players being snapped up in The Hundred draft or the overall quality of the Cricket diminishing. Either way, attendances are falling. Over the last decade, we've seen players become purely White-Ball specialists, preferring to play in illustrious franchise leagues around the world rather than playing in the County Championship on a cold April morning, who can blame them! With the new American T20 League this summer, there is a genuine likelihood of not seeing our best players represent their counties, favouring short term contracts in franchise teams around the world. All of this has meant that membership numbers are dwindling, with an estimated 50,000 members across 18 clubs, with a higher proportion of members belonging to clubs with Test venues to gain earlier access to international tickets. In January, Warwickshire announced that it has secured reciprocal arrangements with 8 other clubs for their members to have free or cheaper access to members' enclosures at their grounds. This is a brilliant initiative that will be sure to catch on and help preserve the domestic game. It would be great to get an idea your perception of the Domestic game and whether you'll be going to any games this summer, let me know in the comments below!

Respect is central to the Spirit of Cricket, which includes the basic tenets of respecting opponents and the authority of umpires, accepting the umpires’ decisions, showing self-discipline and creating a positive atmosphere through your conduct. Yet, poor on field behaviour has increased and a more adversarial than collegiate approach has prevailed. How is cricket tackling the issue of umpire abuse in Australia? Patrick Skene investigates in the latest 'Sport at the Crossroads' article. Boosted with key insights from umpires Simon Taufel & Claire Polosak. #ClubRespect #Cricket #Umpire

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AT PMLA: REDUCES EXCESSIVE PENALTIES IN FEMA MATTER INVOLVING CRICKET BETTING AT PMLA, in an appeal against the Adjudication Order passed by the Special Director in FEMA matter, substitutes the penalty of Rs. 26 lakh imposed on an individual (Appellant) by Rs. 10 lakh, also reduces the penalty of Rs. 98 lakh, to Rs. 50 lakh, considering the penalty amount being in excess compared to the contravention of the amount involved; Notes that a search was conducted by ED upon receiving specific information about the involvement of the Appellant in receiving and accepting bets on scores and outcome of cricket matches and other sporting events on behalf of their clients and bookies based locally, nationally and internationally; Highlighting that the Special Director has not recorded finding solely based on the statements of Appellant and a co-accused, but also based on the documents recovered from the premises, as also summons were sent to the author of the documents seized by the ED to seek his presence but despite ED’s repeated efforts, he did not appear, AT PMLA opines that, “Thus, it is not a case where the respondents failed to produce the relevant witness deliberately rather they made all the efforts for his production..”; Stating that the statements of the co-accused and the Appellant were recorded without any torture, threat or harassment otherwise the Appellant would have retracted from his statement immediately but there is nothing on record to show retraction without delay, AT PMLA asserts that delayed retraction cannot be accepted unless justified by the reasons which do not exist in this case, and the Department, thus, remains successful to show that the statements were recorded without inducement, pressure or by giving threat; Further, emphasizing that the case in hand is not such where the Respondent could not prove the case by adducing the evidence otherwise if this Appellate Tribunal enter into other facts and the evidence, it would be sufficient to show that substantial evidence was led by the Respondent to prove the case, AT PMLA concludes that, “The appellant has already deposited Rs. 50 lakhs towards the pre-deposit pursuant to the order of Bombay High Court though the Tribunal passed an order to deposit 60% of the amount to satisfy the condition of pre-deposit. In any case, to make the penalty amount proportionate to the contravention, we reduce it…”:PMLA Appellate Tribunal The order was passed by Justice Munishwar Nath Bhandari (Chairman) and Mr. Balesh Kumar (Member).