New Delhi: In a strategic move to expand its sports broadcasting portfolio, Disney Star has acquired the exclusive rights to telecast all four T10 cricket tournaments in India. The two-year deal will bring the high-intensity action of the Zim Afro T10, US Masters T10, Abu Dhabi T10, and Lanka T10 to Indian fans in both English and regional languages.
“We are excited to partner with T Ten Global and bring the thrill of T10 cricket to millions of Indian fans,” said Harry Griffith, Head of Acquisitions and Syndication-Sports at Disney Star. “Cricket in India is a passion, and this collaboration will add another layer to the cricketing festivities. We are confident that the fast-paced nature of T10 will captivate audiences and offer unmatched entertainment.”
Nawab Shaji Ul Mulk, Founder and Chairman of T Ten Global Sports, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Star Sports aboard as they will be a key pillar of support in taking the sport to more fans across India. This association has the potential to be a game-changer, and Star Sports’ reach, combined with the dynamic nature of T10 cricket, is a very encouraging sign.”
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The upcoming US Masters T10, scheduled to be held from November 8 to 19, features a star-studded lineup including legends like Suresh Raina, Misbah-ul-Haq, Shoaib Malik, Dwayne Bravo, Aaron Finch, Mohammad Hafeez, Martin Guptill, Shaun Marsh, Kamran Akmal, Harbhajan Singh, Abdul Razzaq, Denesh Ramdin, and Mashrafe Mortaza.
Following the US Masters T10, the Abu Dhabi T10 will take place from November 21 to December 2, and the newly launched Lanka T10 will conclude the series from December 12 to 22.