Abhishek Bachchan visits Dublin to promote European T20 Premier League

Abhishek Bachchan visits Dublin to promote the European T20 Premier League (Photo Source: Cricket Ireland)

Celebrated actor, sports enthusiast, and entrepreneur Abhishek Bachchan visited Dublin to showcase his investment in the groundbreaking European T20 Premier League (ETPL), a new franchise cricket league set to revolutionise the sport in Europe.

The ETPL, sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in January 2025, is a unique partnership between Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands, featuring six franchise teams – two based in each country. This year, the inaugural season will be hosted in Dublin and Rotterdam, promising a summer of thrilling T20 cricket action.

Unlike other leagues typically supported by a single national board, the ETPL boasts the unified backing of Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland, and Cricket Netherlands, demonstrating an unprecedented level of collaboration and commitment to growing the game across the region. The ETPL offers unparalleled market depth, with the potential to engage with the entire European market (excluding England). Each new country the league connects with represents significant growth opportunities.

The Irish franchise teams will represent Dublin and Belfast, adding a competitive edge to the league. Each team will feature eight home players, alongside a development player representing a European country, ensuring a strong focus on nurturing local and regional talent.

The ETPL aims to support the ongoing development of cricket in Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands, providing a platform for emerging players to shine on a global stage. The league will follow the format of other successful similar leagues, with franchise teams and a draft system, but stands out as the first competition of its kind to involve three nations. The European T20 Premier League starts July 15th, 2025.

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Abhishek Bachchan, co-founder of the ETPL, said:

“I am incredibly excited to be a part of the European T20 Premier League. This league represents a fantastic opportunity to grow the game of cricket in Europe, fostering local talent and bringing world-class entertainment to fans. I believe the ETPL will not only showcase the best of European cricket but also create a vibrant cultural experience for families and communities.”

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