European T20 Premier League Launches Glasgow Franchise with Chris Gayle as Co-Owner
ETPL, Led By Abhishek Bachchan, Announces Glasgow Franchise. Chris Gayle, Mugafi Group Acquire Team Ownership
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The European T20 Premier League (ETPL) has announced the launch of the 'Glasgow Mugafians', a franchise representing Scotland, co-owned by Chris Gayle and Tansha Batra. The inaugural season is set for August 26 to September 20, 2026, featuring six franchises competing in 33 matches.
- 01The Glasgow franchise is named 'Glasgow Mugafians' and is co-owned by Chris Gayle.
- 02The inaugural ETPL season will take place from August 26 to September 20, 2026.
- 03The league will feature six franchises from Glasgow, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, and Rotterdam.
- 04Mugafi Group will provide commercial and digital support for the franchise.
- 05ETPL aims to establish cricket as a significant sport in Europe.
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The European T20 Premier League (ETPL) has officially announced the 'Glasgow Mugafians', a franchise based in Glasgow, Scotland. This franchise is co-owned by West Indies cricket legend Chris Gayle and Tansha Batra, with the Mugafi Group serving as a founding partner. The ETPL, which is Europe's first ICC-sanctioned T20 league, will debut from August 26 to September 20, 2026, featuring six franchises from cities including Glasgow, Amsterdam, and Edinburgh, competing in a total of 33 matches. Abhishek Bachchan, co-owner of the ETPL, expressed excitement about the potential of cricket in Europe, highlighting the region's rich sporting culture and diversity. Chris Gayle emphasized the opportunity to nurture local talent and strengthen cricket in Europe. The league is a joint venture involving Cricket Ireland and Rules Global, co-founded by notable figures including Abhishek Bachchan and other prominent sports and media personalities.
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The establishment of the Glasgow Mugafians franchise could significantly boost local interest in cricket, providing a professional platform for the sport in Scotland.
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