MUMBAI: In a landmark partnership, that bridges the worlds of gaming and automotive innovation, KRAFTON India and Mahindra have joined hands to bring Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUV- BE 6 into the dynamic universe of BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI). This unique partnership offers consumers an immersive experience, aiming to captivate the aspirations of India’s young, tech-savvy audience. 

With this first-of-its-kind collaboration, starting January 16, 2025, BGMI players will be able to interact with the sporty and performance-driven Mahindra BE 6 within the game, bringing a new level of realism and excitement to the virtual battleground. Players can unlock a range of exclusive items inspired by the BE 6, including Suits like Quantum and Chrono Charge, and gameplay tools like Volt Tracer Gun, Neon Drop BE6 Parachute, Flashvault BE 6 Backpack, SparkStrike Pan, and more. Special missions during the collaboration will also reward players with unique prizes such as Mahindra Event Crates, Gifts, and a chance to win real Mahindra BE 6.

“This collaboration marks a major milestone in KRAFTON India’s efforts to deliver truly immersive and localized experiences for Indian gamers”, said Seddharth Merrotra, Head of Business Development at KRAFTON India. “Mahindra, an iconic Indian brand known for innovation, and the BE 6 with its sporty and high-end tech, was a natural fit for BGMI’s futuristic and immersive universe. By integrating the BE 6 into BGMI, we’re not only bringing culturally resonant content to the game but also creating unique opportunities for our players to engage with the best of India’s innovation. Henceforth, setting a new benchmark in consumer engagement, captivating automotive and gaming enthusiasts alike. It further paves the way for many more groundbreaking updates as we continue to explore new ways to captivate our community.”

Veejay Nakra, President – Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., and Joint Managing Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile Limited added, “At Mahindra, we are redefining electric mobility with the BE 6. Built on our revolutionary INGLO architecture and powered by MAIA, the fastest automotive mind in the world, the BE 6 is crafted for those who thrive on the thrill of adventure and innovation. Our collaboration with KRAFTON India brings the BE 6 into the virtual realm of BGMI. By merging automotive excellence with gaming innovation, we aim to engage India’s vibrant, tech-savvy audience, delivering thrilling experiences.”

In a move that takes collaboration beyond the virtual world, KRAFTON and Mahindra are offering players a chance to win a real Mahindra BE 6 eSUV. Participants can enter by first completing the Mahindra BE 6 Exchange Centre missions to collect the “Nitro Wheel” & redeem the “Mahindra Event Crate” followed by creating a short video (10–30 seconds) showcasing the BE 6 in BGMI and posting it on Instagram or YouTube. To qualify, players must tag BGMI’s and Mahindra Electric’s official accounts and use the hashtags #BGMIxMahindra and #UnleashTheCharge. This contest offers a thrilling opportunity for one lucky gamer to take home the electric SUV. Terms and conditions apply.

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The tournament is supported by the Host Venue, Poona Club Golf Course, Title Sponsor Venky’s (India) Ltd, Vencobb, and NECC. The Associate Sponsors are Wipro Pari, Panchshil, Shubbaan Investments, Elica, and Automech.

The tournament will feature leading Indian professionals such as DP World Tour regular Om Prakash Chouhan, Olympian and local lad Udayan Mane, 2024 TATA Steel PGTI Ranking leader Veer Ahlawat, Rashid Khan, Karandeep Kochhar, Shaurya Binu, Sachin Baisoya, Varun Parikh, Dhruv Sheoran and Shaurya Bhattacharya, to name a few.

The foreign challenge will be led by Czech Republic’s Stepan Danek, Bangladeshis Jamal Hossain, Badal Hossain, Md Akbar Hossain, Md Jakiruzzaman Jakir, Sri Lankans N Thangaraja, K Prabagaran, Andorra’s Kevin Esteve Rigaill, Nepal’s Subash Tamang, Canada’s Sukhraj Singh Gill, Japan’s Makoto Iwasaki and Americans Dominic Piccirillo and Digraj Singh Gill.

The host venue Poona Club Golf Course will be represented by professionals Rohan Dhole Patil, Pranav Mardikar, Akshay Damale, Pravin Pathare, Aaron Rockey, Gurki Shergill (a winner on the PGTI), Aditya Bhandarkar, Sameer M Shaikh, Rajiv Datar, Sandeep Phalnikar and Jaideep Patwardhan as well as amateurs Arkin Patil, Aditya Garg and Avneesh Somayaji.

This is a 72-hole stroke-play tournament featuring a field of 126 players including 123 professionals and three amateurs. The cut will be applied after the first 36 holes. The top 50 players and ties will make the halfway cut and continue to play for another 36 holes.

Gaurav Gadhoke, President, of The Poona Club Ltd., expressed enthusiasm about hosting India’s top golf professionals at The Poona Club Open. He highlighted the importance of the event, saying, “This event offers a unique opportunity for members to witness a golfing spectacle and provides exposure to junior and amateur golfers to professional play. Additionally, the tournament serves to showcase the Poona Club Golf Course as a premier championship venue in the country. I extend my best wishes to all participating players.”

Indraneel Mujgule, Vice President, of The Poona Club Ltd., said, “We welcome all the professionals from India and overseas to the inaugural edition of The Poona Club Open and hope we can make it a memorable week for them. We thank the Title Sponsor and Associate Sponsors for helping make this event possible and facilitating PGTI’s return to The Poona Club Golf Course after two years.”

Jay Shirke, Captain, of The Poona Club Golf Course, said, “We’re excited to host the leading Indian professionals at the inaugural edition of The Poona Club Open. The top-quality golf on display during the event will go a long way in inspiring our young golfers to achieve greater feats. We’ve worked towards providing the best playing conditions and we’re confident the professionals will relish the experience of playing at The Poona Club Golf Course.”

Padmaja Shirke, Lady Captain, of The Poona Club Golf Course, said, “The Poona Club Golf Course has produced a number of talented lady professionals and amateurs in recent times who have been performing well at the national level. The staging of The Poona Club Open provides our lady golfers a great opportunity to interact with India’s leading men professional golfers thus giving our lady golfers greater exposure to the sport at the highest level.”

Ikram Khan, Past Captain & Golf Advisor, of The Poona Club Golf Course, said, “It’s a historic moment for The Poona Club Golf Course to launch The Poona Club Open which has been a result of the initiative and efforts of the President Mr. Gaurav Gadhoke. The tournament promises to be an enriching experience for the members who will get to witness top-class golfing action throughout the week and will have the opportunity to interact with the leading Indian professionals at the Pro-Am and the Golf Clinic. We look forward to jointly working with PGTI in developing this event into one of the highlights of the PGTI season in the coming years.”

Uttam Singh Mundy, CEO, of PGTI, said, “We thank the President Mr. Gaurav Gadhoke, Captain Mr. Jay Shirke, Past Captain & Golf Advisor Mr. Ikram Khan, and all other Committee Members of The Poona Club Golf Course for their invaluable contribution in making this event possible by raising the sponsorship fund for the event. Pune is today a major golfing center in the country which regularly produces talented professional golfers. We thus strive to work in close association with The Poona Club Golf Course in making this tournament an important stop on the PGTI in the coming years.”

The Poona Club Golf Course, the venue for the event, is spread over 100 acres and dotted with majestic banyan trees and other flowering trees. The course, which is one of the top championship venues in the country, is well appreciated for its water bodies and fast and true greens. The course has staged many National level professional, amateur, and junior events over the years. The first player to make a hole-in-one on the fourth hole will win himself a Nissan Magnite car.

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PUNE: The ABC Basketball League organized by the ABC Sports & Fitness Academy is now entering its third season with more enthusiasm and a new format. Under 14 and 16 categories will feature 18 teams for both boys and girls in this year’s league following a similar format of IPL.

The season commenced on July 13, 2024, with a players’ auction in which teams competed for budding young talent across the country. This event is intended to provide a platform for young athletes to showcase their abilities and potential to become future stars of Indian basketball. Prize money will be one lakh for each category.

The league matches are scheduled from August 17 to August 23, 2024, at the Kharadi Stadium in Pune. The tournament will include 60 games, concluding with the finals on August 23, 2024. The league, known as India’s only professional basketball tournament for youngsters,  strives to promote basketball as a professional sport while also providing young players with opportunities to develop their skills and aspire to international representation.

Speaking at the press conference Anirudh Pole, Founder of ABC Sports & Fitness Academy said, “The ABC Basketball League is dedicated to establishing basketball and giving opportunities for young athletes to succeed. We aim to nurture talent from a young age and provide them the opportunity they deserve. Our objective is to incorporate sports into children’s lives and turn playtime into structured sports time. There will be 240 players from Maharashtra, including those from Pune, Nashik, Mumbai, and Kolhapur, who will compete this season. Excitement for the event is increased by the planned attendance of notable figures like Nitin Kamath and Ranvijay Singh.“

The matches will be held in an indoor venue, assuring a high level of competition. Over 1,000 spectators are anticipated to watch the action live at the stadium. Entry is free, and the matches will be live-streamed on the SportVot app.

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SOUTH AFRICA: The 2024 edition of the nationwide grassroots, Get Into Rugby (GIR) programme targeted at children aged six to 13 is officially underway and heads to the Free State province on Thursday, 18 July.

A festival event, two days before the world champions’ Test Match against Portugal in Bloemfontein, will take place to officially mark the return of the Engen-sponsored Get Into Rugby season.

The grassroots rugby initiative saw 244 788 boys and girls play the game across all nine provinces of the country in 2023, touching the lives of 114 281 boys and 130 507 girls, who might previously have never experienced organized sport, let alone rugby.

The program also offers young, aspirant rugby coaches, both male and female, an opportunity to develop their rugby coaching skills – a key aspect that aligns with Engen Sports’ values of creating a holistic platform for youth sport development.

Engen Brand & Sponsorship Manager, Tsholo Tiro, said that Engen was looking forward to another season of impacting and contributing to the growth of rugby in South Africa through the programme.

“The Engen Get Into Rugby program is quite important to Engen due to its unique ability to reach children at the grassroots level,” said Tiro.

“Over the years, sport has proven to be a fundamental aspect of the growth of children. As proud sponsors of this program, Engen takes pride in contributing to a unique platform that encourages not only sport development, but the holistic development of the children to ensure that rugby and society benefit from well-groomed future rugby players.”

The festival in Bloemfontein will be visited by Springbok players to add inspiration and impetus to the young players, while Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby emphasized the importance of providing new experiences and opportunities to young people.

“The Get Into Rugby program has successfully introduced hundreds of thousands of children to rugby and sport over the many years and we’re grateful for Engen’s continued support,” said Oberholzer.

“This program is the first rung on a ladder that leads to our men’s and women’s Springbok teams. But, as much as that, it offers an opportunity to play organized sport for many children who would not ever have the chance to experience it.”

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MUMBAI: The 2023/24 LALIGA EA SPORTS season is over and numerous players who ply their trade on Spanish soil are now gearing up for the upcoming 2024 European Championship, which is set to take place in Germany from June 14th to July 14th. This highly anticipated tournament will kick off on Friday with the opener between hosts Germany and Scotland, a game that will feature Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos, who has returned to international action three years after announcing his retirement from the national team in the wake of Germany’s exit in Euro 2020.

Kroos is just one of the many LALIGA EA SPORTS players expected to steal the limelight at Euro 2024. Here comes a look at five other players worth watching when the competition gets up and running.

Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona & Spain): The prodigy who could light up his first tournament

Having recorded as many as 50 appearances across all competitions in 2023/24, Lamine Yamal had a breakout year and smashed several records on his way to becoming an undisputed starter at FC Barcelona, such as becoming the youngest-ever goalscorer in LALIGA EA SPORTS history.

Moreover, he has also made history with Spain by becoming the youngest debutant and goalscorer in La Roja’s history, playing and scoring in a game against Georgia when he was just 16 years and 57 days old.

Expected to start in Luis de la Fuente’s line-up, Lamine Yamal is preparing for his first international tournament and will hope to help Spain emerge through a challenging Group B, which also features reigning champions Italy, Croatia – captained by Real Madrid veteran Luka Modrić – and Albania.

Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid & England): The Player of the Season hopes for a triumphant summer

After taking LALIGA EA SPORTS by storm and leading Real Madrid to the 2023/24 title, Jude Bellingham will now look to inspire the Three Lions to their first-ever European Championship trophy. The midfielder joined Los Blancos from Borussia Dortmund last summer and, in his first season with the Spanish team, he celebrated both the domestic league and Champions League titles, having recorded 23 goals and 13 assists across all competitions.

England is one of the favorites to win this tournament, given that they reached the final last time when they lost to Italy on penalties at Wembley. Bellingham didn’t play in that final, so his presence could be the X-factor this time around.

Gareth Southgate’s team is in a Group C that also features Slovenia, Serbia, and Denmark, and they’ll be hoping to go far in the tournament, aware that Bellingham is in great form and travels to Germany as a Spanish and European champion.

Giorgi Mamardashvili (Valencia CF & Georgia): The hero of the European Championship debutants

Giorgi Mamardashvili not only had an excellent season with Valencia CF, but he also kept two clean sheets in the playoff games against Luxembourg and Greece to help Georgia clinch their first-ever European Championship participation. After defeating the former 2-0, Georgia drew 0-0 against the Greek national team, with the game going to a penalty shootout. There, it was time for Mamardashvili to shine again, with the Valencia CF shot-stopper denying Greece captain Anastasios Bakasetas to send fans at the Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena in Tbilisi into a frenzy.

Georgia’s task to qualify for the Euro 2024 knockout stage will be anything but easy, as they will have to face Turkey, Portugal and Czechia, but Mamardashvili – who finished sixth in the rankings for the Zamora Trophy in LALIGA EA SPORTS in 2023/24 – will be tough to beat for all opponents he comes up against.

Artem Dovbyk (Girona FC & Ukraine): The Pichichi wants more goals

Having netted 24 goals in 36 LALIGA EA SPORTS appearances, Artem Dovbyk became the first Girona FC and first Ukrainian player to ever win the Pichichi prize, awarded to the top goalscorer each LALIGA EA SPORTS season. The Girona FC striker became the first player who doesn’t play for either Real Madrid or FC Barcelona to win the accolade since 2008/09 when Atlético de Madrid striker Diego Forlán earned the award.

He was instrumental to Girona FC’s incredible season, in which the underdogs finished third and secured a maiden ticket for the Champions League. Now, Dovbyk will look to punish opposition defenses in Euro 2024 and he’ll aim to spearhead another Cinderella story, starting with his team’s Group E matches against Romania, Slovakia, and Belgium.

Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid & France): A look at Real Madrid’s new star

Real Madrid fans will have the opportunity to watch their new signing in action this summer, as Kylian Mbappé will captain France at Euro 2024. The striker is set to join Real Madrid after the tournament, with Los Blancos officially announcing his arrival just a few days after winning their 15th Champions League trophy.

After leading France to FIFA World Cup glory in 2018, Mbappé netted a hat-trick in the 2022 World Cup final against Argentina, who won the trophy on penalties. He hasn’t yet won the European Championship but hopes to inspire Les Blues to what would be the third success in this competition in their history. But, to do so, France will first need to get through a tough Group D featuring Poland, Austria, and the Netherlands.

Mbappé will be keen to put on a show, aware that even more attention is on him than ever before, and he’ll be accompanied by several other LALIGA EA SPORTS stars, such as Barça defender Jules Koundé, Atleti forward Antoine Griezmann and Real Madrid players Ferland Mendy, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni.

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The new deal – which is scheduled for final sign-off on Thursday – acknowledges that a compulsory, industry-wide eight-week shutdown is impossible to accommodate in a South African playing calendar that straddles the hemispheres (the international franchises play through the SA summer in the nine-month-long Vodacom Untied Rugby Championship, while the Springbok Test season and domestic competitions are rooted in the SA winter).

The South African Rugby Employers’ Organisation (SAREO) and MyPlayers (the professional rugby players’ organization) have agreed that accepting a 12-month season – while embedding player welfare strategies – was the optimal way to address an internationally unique match-scheduling challenge.

The agreement was brokered following arbitration of a dispute relating to mandatory rest periods for players. The arbitrator ruled that the players’ terms and conditions of employment required all contracted players to rest simultaneously for eight weeks. He also ruled that such rest periods were not contracted to take place within each 12-month cycle.

The new deal instead provides for the following:

• Structured, individualized eight-week rest periods for all players with formal notice periods when such breaks are to be taken;
• Adoption of World Rugby player load guidelines which are in finalisation;
• Maintenance of a strict, individual player load monitoring program;
• Broadened scope for the Joint Committee on Contracted Players’ Safety and Welfare and utilization of the Emergency Committee to ensure effective implementation of the new arrangements and;
• We adjusted travel arrangements for Vodacom URC/EPCR teams from 1 July 2025.

The original award cast doubt on the possibility of accommodating the Carling Currie Cup in the current season so as not to overlap with the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.

However, the Carling Currie Cup Premier Division will kick off as scheduled in the first weekend of July (in a revamped format agreed by the General Council in December), while the First Division will spring into action this weekend with three matches scheduled for Saturday.

“This has been a very fruitful process, and the outcome is that we have collectively faced up to the realities of our post-COVID calendar and come up with a solution for a problem unlike any other sport that I am aware of,” said Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby.

Rian Oberholzer added, “Every sport, everywhere has an off-season, but we have found a way to balance the equation of maintaining our competition schedule to drive revenues for 12 months of the year while securing player welfare. We might have had to go through an arbitration to help concentrate minds, but the result is good.

The importance of player welfare was never in doubt. The challenge was to find ways to accommodate all needs. I’d like to thank MyPlayers and SAREO for constructively working their way towards this solution.”

Mandisi Tshonti, GM: of Player Affairs of MyPlayers said: “This agreement revolutionizes the South African playing calendar as it makes provision for non-stop professional rugby.

It ensures the commercial engine can keep delivering, by giving broadcasters and sponsors an optimal opportunity to partner with SA Rugby and the competing unions, while player welfare has been enhanced.”

The Premier Division of the Carling Currie Cup kicks off on the weekend of 5/6 July and will reach its climax with the final on 21 September. In an exciting new feature, the competition will be staged over one-and-a-half rounds, followed by two semi-finals and the grand finale.

The eight teams are divided into two pools of four each by last year’s standings. Pool A will consist of the Toyota Cheetahs (No. 1 ranked last year), the Vodacom Bulls (4), DHL Western Province (5), and the NovaVit Griffons (8).

Pool B sees the Hollywoodbets Sharks (ranked No. 2), Airlink Pumas (3), Fidelity ADT Lions (6) and Suzuki Griquas (7) grouped. Teams will play home and away matches within their respective pools plus a single round of games against sides in the opposite pool.

The two ranked teams in each pool will progress to the semi-finals on 14 September, with the two winners set to battle it out for the famous Currie Cup in the 21 September final.

Meanwhile, the remaining six provincial sides – the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers, Valke, Leopards, Phangela SWD Eagles, Eastern Province, and Border – will compete against each other in the Carling Currie Cup First Division, with five rounds of league games scheduled. The opening round is this weekend, with the semi-finals scheduled for 20 July and the final for 27 July.

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PUNE: Muzigal, India’s largest music education platform, proudly announces the grand launch of its first state-of-the-art music academy in Pune, located in the vibrant Balewadi-Baner area. Spanning 1000 sqft, the new academy offers an unparalleled learning environment for both vocal and instrumental music education. The inauguration was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Lakshminarayana Yeluri, Founder of Muzigal, and Guest of Honour, renowned Sitar player Gayatri Gore.

Since its inception in 2020, Muzigal has rapidly established itself as a dominant force in the organized music education industry. With over 50 academies across India and a target to exceed 100 academies by 2025, Muzigal is redefining how music education is delivered. The Balewadi-Baner Academy is a testament to Muzigal’s commitment to providing top-tier music education facilities, with a capacity to accommodate over 500 students across multiple batches.

Muzigal Academy offers a comprehensive range of courses, including Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Drums, Carnatic Vocals, Hindustani Vocals, Western Vocals, Violin, and Ukulele. Muzigal provides a 360-degree framework for music learning and teaching, integrating online, offline, and music instrument retail into a single cohesive platform. For the inaugural month, Muzigal is offering one month of free music education with all enrolments, emphasizing its mission to make music education accessible to all.

At the launch event, Dr. Lakshminarayana Yeluri highlighted Muzigal’s mission to democratize music education: “The Muzigal Academy builds on our mission by providing learners access to a state-of-the-art learning center in their community. This academy offers the best learning and teaching experience in music, catering to a wide range of courses in Indian classical and Western music taught by expert teachers.”

Muzigal’s structured curriculum, periodic assessments, certification, flexible fee payment plans, and highly trained teachers ensure a learner-centric approach. The academy’s ambiance and infrastructure are designed to inspire and nurture musical talent, providing students with a clear and tailored roadmap for their musical journey.

Muzigal’s expansion plans in Pune include upcoming launches in Pimple Saudagar, Wakad, and Bibwewadi, reflecting its commitment to making quality music education widely accessible. The tagline “Learn music the right way” encapsulates Muzigal’s dedication to providing a structured and purposeful approach to music education, recognizing that each learner is unique and requires a personalized learning pathway.

Muzigal’s curriculum is designed not only to develop musical proficiency but also to enhance cognitive abilities and life skills. Music education at Muzigal improves memory, motor coordination, and comprehension skills while instilling qualities like responsibility, discipline, and perseverance. Muzigal believes that true music education nurtures well-rounded individuals who can navigate real-world challenges with confidence.

For more information, visit Muzigal’s website. www.muzigal.com

Muzigal Academy, 13, Balewadi, 1^st floor, Urja business park, Sopan baug, plot no. 12, near, Balewadi High St, Pune, Maharashtra 411045.

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CHENNAI: With the third season of RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23 set to begin, all the captains of the nine franchises came face to face in a grand Pre-Season Press Conference at The Taj Club House in Chennai on Wednesday. The defending Champions Ahmedabad Defenders will face off against the hosts Chennai Blitz in the opening clash on Thursday, while last season’s runners-up Bengaluru Torpedoes will take on the Season 1 winners Kolkata Thunderbolts on the first day of the tournament.

Speaking at the press conference, Ahmedabad Defenders skipper Muthusamy Appavu made the intentions clear that the franchise will be gunning to make it two titles in a row. “There is always pressure when you enter the tournament as the defending Champions. It puts a target on your back. But it also motivates the players in equal measure and we are eager to showcase our skills once again. We have a new coach, the vastly experienced Dragan Mihailovic Sir, and we have had a tremendous pre-season. Now it is all about the execution of our plans.“

Chennai skipper Akhin GS said his side will have an advantage with the home crowd support and will rely on the noise from the fans. “The coach of the previous season’s winners Dakshinamoorthy Sir has been a major boost for us this season. We feel confident that we are on the right track entering the first game. We also expect a lot of support from the home crowd and we expect them to pack the stands in huge numbers and make their voices heard. Their support will help us go a long way.”

Meanwhile, both Torpedoes and Thunderbolts retained Pankaj Sharma and Ashwal Rai, respectively as Captains for the coming season. “Despite all the challenges last season, we managed to reach the final and were just inches away from grabbing the trophy. This year, we will give it all to ensure we get our hands on the title,” Pankaj said.

“We know what it takes to be a Champion and all our players are training with a similar mindset. We want to be the first team in RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23 to win the trophy twice, and we are confident we will achieve our targets,” Ashwal added, ahead of the first encounter.

Meanwhile, Calicut Heroes announced Jerome Vinith as the skipper for the season, while Hyderabad Black Hawks named the veteran Ranjit Singh as the Captain. Kochi Blue Spikers handed over Captaincy to Jithin N, Mumbai Meteors named Hardeep Singh as Captain, and the new franchise Delhi Toofans picked Saqlain Tariq to lead the franchise in Season. 3

Addressing the media at the press conference, Tuhin Mishra, Managing Director & Co-Founder at Baseline Ventures Pvt Ltd said, “We are delighted to come to Chennai and showcase another exciting edition of RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23. The fans here have been clamoring to have home games and we have some of the best talents, not just from India, but from all over the world, arriving in this beautiful city. We cannot wait to see what will happen and this season is truly unpredictable.“

Ramesh Yadav, Chief of Marketing, NPCI said, “The league has truly grown each year, and we are extremely elated to once again be a part of this story of the rise of volleyball in the country. Volleyball is about speed, agility, innovation, and great teamwork, which is closely aligned with the philosophy and ethos of the RuPay brand. We continue to work with Prime Volleyball League teams by ensuring larger groups participate in the games across respective states and cities, this year we have advanced our partnership with Brahmaputra Volleyball League extending it to a greater geography in the northeast, focussed on improving the outreach of the game and to develop volleyball at the grassroots level. We believe that the game is about to get bigger better and more competitive.”

Following the success of the first two seasons, the third season of the ‘Asli Entertainer’ RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23 will be aired on Sony Sports Network in five languages – English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam. Fans can anticipate another thrilling season of RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23 and experience the excitement of top-tier teams battling it out on the volleyball court starting 15th February 2024, 6:30 PM onwards, Live on Sony Sports Network and will be available to live stream on SonyLiv.

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Practicing What They’ve Been Preaching

The IPL has changed the way the cricketing world views the game. It’s no longer just about winning games; it’s also about winning tournaments. This shift in focus has led to a new culture at all levels of the sport. Even if you look at the point spreads betting data, you’ll see a drastic improvement in player statistics. This success can be attributed to the IPL.

The IPL has helped bring in new ideas and strategies, and change the way teams approach their games. Coaches can now experiment with new ways to prepare their teams for matches while also using technology for analysis.

Additionally, the IPL has helped bring in different players, from seasoned veterans to young talent. This means there are more options available when looking for players who can thrive under pressure.

Improves the Player’s Game

The IPL has brought about a winning mentality in players and teams alike. The league is one of India’s most-watched sporting events. Its popularity has contributed to an increase in the number of fans tuned in to watch their favorite team play.

In addition, the IPL has also helped improve the quality of play by introducing new rules. This has made it easier for players from different parts of the world to compete against each other. This has led to an improvement in overall skill levels across all teams playing in the league.

Coaching Is a Two-Way Street

The tournament, which started in 2008 and has now become the premier T20 league in the world, epitomizes the spirit of cricket and its values. It has brought about a winning mentality that has transcended national borders. The players and their coaches have been able to bring this philosophy home in their respective countries and inspire the people around them to aspire for more.

When you observe a player during training sessions, you can see how they react to different situations. For instance, if you were to watch a bowler bowling on a flat track without any wind at his back, he wouldn’t be able to generate much pace because there’s little to no resistance caused by the air. In such situations, it becomes very important for the coaches to help the players understand how to overcome these challenges by using different variations of their deliveries, thereby increasing their chances of success on such surfaces.

A Good Attitude Begets a Good Attitude

The IPL has encouraged a winning mentality, and it’s not just the players who have benefitted. The IPL has brought together fans from all over the world, creating a bond that transcends geographical boundaries.

The IPL has also helped cricketing nations to learn from each other. This has improved standards across the board, as players are now more willing to put in extra effort during training sessions and practices.

Conclusion

The emergence of the IPL has raised the standard of cricket played in India. Indian players are now getting a chance to play with better cricketers who better understand how to present themselves on the big stage. This is only the beginning, and the growth of the IPL looks set to continue.

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• Pre-registration for Garuda Saga is now live, and the game will be available to download and play for Indian users soon
• Players pre-registering will get a special pet and additional items as rewards upon launch
• A roguelike game unlike others, Garuda Saga features an immersive plot, leading players on a gripping Indian adventure

NEW DELHI: KRAFTON India, the leading video game developer and publisher, and Alchemist Games, are excited to announce the pre-registrations for an all-new Indian-themed mobile game – Garuda Saga. Based on the vibrant Indian tapestry, Garuda Saga is a stunning roguelike adventure game that immerses players in a rich and diverse world to choose and shape their destiny.

Garuda Saga stands out in the roguelike genre with its immersive plot. Players take on the role of Garuda, a hero on a quest to help King Allu escape the depths of hell. A gripping adventure, the game spans 19 immersive chapters, each with up to 15 multi-wave levels. Armed with only his bow and arrow, Garuda must defeat his enemies and harness his latent skills and powers.

Fans who pre-register will receive a special award, and a unique starter pack will be available exclusively for Indian users upon the game’s launch.

“We are delighted to bring Garuda Saga to our Indian audiences, a unique mobile game that intricately weaves together thrilling gameplay with a rich Indian narrative. The game redefines the roguelike genre with its immersive plot, fun gameplay mechanics, and special modes and updates. Garuda Saga marks yet another milestone in KRAFTON’s commitment to delivering culturally resonant and immersive gaming experiences for the Indian gaming community. We hope players have fun exploring and shaping their destiny in a unique and richly diverse virtual world.” – Anuj Sahani, Head of KRAFTON Incubator Program & Garuda Saga Lead

“We are thrilled to bring Garuda Saga to the Indian gaming community, offering gamers a truly immersive and captivating experience. In crafting Garuda Saga, we aimed to transcend the typical roguelike genre by infusing it with a rich plot, depth, and visually stunning challenges. Collaborating with KRAFTON has been instrumental in realizing this vision, enabling us to push the boundaries of storytelling and gameplay. We can’t wait for players to embark on this epic adventure and discover the magic we’ve woven into every aspect of Garuda Saga.” – Kipum Jun, CEO, of Alchemist Games

Garuda Saga promises visually stunning and captivating experiences, catering to both hardcore and casual gamers. Embark on an epic adventure as Garuda seeks to reclaim his mentor’s kingdom and unveil the secrets of his past.

Players can now pre-register to download the game from Google Play and the Apple App Store and the title will be available to play soon. For more details, follow the official India website, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube pages of Garuda Saga.

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