Abhishek Bachchan Joins as Co-Owner Of European T20 Premier League

Abhishek Bachchan has signed up as a co-owner in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The league is recognized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), and it features Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands teams. The inaugural season will be held from July 15 to August 3, 2025, displaying the best players in those countries along with international cricketers.

The competition is currently being set up with inputs from a working committee comprising members from the participating cricket boards and recent strategic partner Rules Sport Tech. It will supervise the establishment of an administrative body to govern the tournament.

KPMG is a league advisor providing assistance in financial planning, governance, and strategic direction. There will be a formal inaugural event for ETPL in order to announce details about franchises and player drafts.

The ETPL aims to bring fresh talent and entertain millions of cricket fans across the globe.

“Cricket is not just a sport; it’s a unifying force that transcends boundaries. The ETPL is the ideal platform to showcase cricket’s growing global appeal. With cricket being included in the 2028 Olympics, its popularity will further surge. I’m humbled and excited about this unique collaboration between the cricket boards of Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands. I sincerely thank the ICC and the three boards for their tireless work, and I have immense faith in our team to bring this event to fruition. I congratulate Warren, Saurav, Priyanka, Dhiraj, Andrew and the countless others who have been working hard over the last year in making this a reality. I am dedicated to working with all stakeholders to ensure that the ETPL becomes a resounding success, bringing cricket closer to millions across Europe. This is just the beginning. It’s time to roll up our sleeves and let the games begin,” Abhishek Bachchan noted.

Saurav Banerjee, Director, ETPL, stated, “Cricket, the second most-watched sport globally, is gaining significant momentum in Europe. With 34 out of 108 ICC members from this region, we aim to make cricket a major sport here, building a legacy that players, fans, and stakeholders can proudly celebrate. This would not have been possible without the support of Cricket Ireland, who have been tirelessly working with us over the last year to make this happen. We also look forward to working closely with Abhishek, whose commitment to sports and active involvement has been truly inspiring,”

Further, “Starting with six teams Dublin, Belfast, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Edinburgh, and Glasgow – and with prominent media partners ensuring extensive coverage, the tournament will reach audiences worldwide, with Europe, India, Australia, England, being some of the key markets. Abhishek’s deep passion for sports and enthusiasm in this initiative have been invaluable. We look forward to continuing this exciting collaboration with him on this journey,” Priyanka Kaul, Director, ETPL, added.