Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s daughter Sara Tendulkar has joined the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL) as the owner of the Mumbai franchise for its much-awaited Season 2, according to JetSynthesys, a world leader in digital entertainment and technology. With over 300 million lifetime downloads, Real Cricket is the game used to play the GEPL, the biggest e-cricket and entertainment league in the world.
The league has experienced exponential growth during its first season, with player interest having increased fivefold to 910,000 registrations from 200,000 in Season 1. The GEPL has established itself as a pioneer in cricket esports with an astounding multiplatform reach of over 70 million and 2.4 million+ minutes of streamed video on JioCinema and Sports18.
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Sara's ownership of the Mumbai team is a testament to her close ties to the area and fits in with the league's values of esports, leadership, innovation, and regionalization.
Along with a varied line-up of entrepreneurs from new India, her involvement in the GEPL ecosystem reinforces the league's goal of redefining competitive gaming and advancing cricket fandom in the digital age.
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Rajan Navani, CEO & Founder, JetSynthesys, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Sara Tendulkar as the franchise owner of Mumbai team. Sara is a true representation of the new gen Z creator and influencer ecosystem in India, a critical driver of the future of this country. Her deep-rooted interest in sports and esports, coupled with her immense popularity, makes her an ideal partner in our mission to take esports to the masses. This collaboration will help us expand GEPL's reach, connect with fans from all walks of life, and create new grassroots opportunities for aspiring players."
Sara Tendulkar, expressing her excitement, said: "Cricket has been an integral part of our family. Exploring its potential in e-sports is thrilling. Owning the Mumbai franchise in GEPL is a dream come true, merging my passion for the game with my love for the city. I'm eager to collaborate with our talented team to build a beloved e-sports franchise that inspires and entertains."
Rohit Potphode, CEO & League Commissioner, GEPL, added: "Having Sara Tendulkar join as the franchise owner of Mumbai is a watershed moment for GEPL. Her vibrant presence and strong connect with fans will undoubtedly elevate the league's stature. With Season 2 set to be bigger and more competitive, her involvement will help drive even greater engagement in e-cricket sports."
Expanded team formats, sophisticated league dynamics, increased competitive intensity with top players, and cutting-edge gameplay powered by Real Cricket 24, renowned for its strategic complexity and realism, are all features that GEPL Season 2 will bring to build on its spectacular debut.
Top teams will compete for the coveted title of 'e-Cricket Icon' on the international scene in May 2025, the season's high-stakes grand finale. With Sara Tendulkar's debut, the GEPL is set to make history by fusing technology, entertainment, and sports to influence cricket esports in the future.
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