Abhishek Bachchan Joins Forces With ICC-Sanctioned European T20 Premier League As Co-Owner

The European T20 Premier League (ETPL), a privately-owned franchise tournament in partnership with three member cricket nations - Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands - has taken a significant leap forward with renowned actor, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast Abhishek Bachchan investing in the property as a co-owner. The ETPL, which has been sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC), is set to get underway from July 15th - August 3rd, 2025, and will feature the best of talent from the three nations rubbing shoulders with world-class players from across the world in true European style. Abhishek Bachchan's addition adds substantial global appeal and stature to the league.

The league's development has been spearheaded by an interim working group comprising representatives from the participating cricket boards, alongside strategic partner, Rules Sport Tech, on behalf of the funding partners. This working group is tasked with steering key decision-making processes and overseeing the establishment and resourcing of a dedicated administrative entity to manage the tournament.

Speaking about his investment in the European T20 Premier League, Abhishek Bachchan said, "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,