Rahul Dravid, the former captain and coach of the Indian cricket team, has been appointed as the owner of the Dublin Guardians in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), which is set to launch in 2026. This announcement was made during a launch event in Dublin, completing the league's six-team structure, which also includes franchises from Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Amsterdam, and Rotterdam. The ETPL is positioned as Europe’s first ICC-sanctioned multi-country franchise T20 competition, aiming to foster cricket's growth across the continent. Co-founders Abhishek Bachchan and other stakeholders highlighted the involvement of cricket legends, including Dravid, as a testament to the league's vision. Dravid emphasized the importance of grassroots development and creating pathways for emerging talent in Ireland and Europe, stating that Dublin has a passionate cricket community with significant growth potential. The league is expected to attract international players such as Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, and Chris Gayle, providing opportunities for players from Associate nations to compete at a higher level.