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JetSynthesys is a global leader of digital entertainment and technology. It has announced the addition of industry leaders such as Gopal Srinivasan who is the Chairman of TVS Capital Funds Limited and MadhusudananR, the Co-founder and CEO of M2P Fintech, and Arjun Santhanakrishnan Group CEO of GS Global, to the ownership of the Chennai franchise for the second season in its popular IP Global e-Cricket Premier League. HTML0
Gopal Srinivasan brings a wealth expertise to the GEPL ecosystem. The acquisition of the Chennai franchise sheds new light on Chennai’s deep connection to cricket. This sport goes beyond entertainment and is a cornerstone in the city’s culture. Their vision and leadership, along with their passion for innovations, will play a key role in shaping the future in India of cricket esports.
The Global Esports Premier League, hosted by the JetSynthesys Cricket video game Real Cricket on mobile, provides the most immersive and feature-rich cricket experience to mobile users. The tournament last year attracted more than 200,000 registrations. It culminated with a selection process which identified the top 64 players, who formed eight teams. Eight teams competed in a thrilling finale to win global esports fame. GEPL S1 had a cumulative multiplatform audience of 70mn+. It was also streamed by JioCinema, which saw a significant viewing of over 1.1mn+ minutes.
Mr. Rajan Navani (CEO and founder of JetSynthesys) expressed his excitement about this development. “We are extremely excited to have Gopal Srinivasan and Arjun Santhanakrishnan joining as the team owner of Chennai franchise. Their experience aligns with our vision of pushing the boundaries of cricket in esports worldwide. Their involvement strengthens us in our commitment to grow GEPL and create a gaming ecosystem that combines cricket, technology and gaming to inspire a whole new generation of players .”
New team owners shared their excitement at joining the league.
Mr. Gopal Srinivasan said, “As a strong believer in technology’s transformative power, I am happy to support Global e-Cricket Premier League, and the Chennai franchise. Esports is a great way to foster talent and inclusion. I am looking forward to seeing the amazing skills and passion our players have and expanding India’s presence in the global esports scene .”
Mr. Madhusudanan added: “Cricket is a sport that has been unifying in India for centuries, and esports are transforming the way we interact with it.” We can tap into a growing audience of digital users and give them a stage to show off their skills by being part of the Chennai franchise. This league has the potential to foster talent and push the boundaries of competitive eCricket .”
Mr. Arjun Santhanakrishnan stated, “eCricket redefines the boundaries of sport, and I’m thrilled to be a member of this journey as the Chennai franchise of the Global e-Cricket Premier League.” The combination of cricket, technology and esports creates new opportunities for engagement and innovation. I am looking forward to watching the next generation of esports talents from Chennai take the world stage .”
Mr. Rohit Potphode, CEO & League Commissioner of GEPL, enthused on the occasion, “We are thrilled to have Gopal Srinivasan, Madhusudanan R and Arjun Santhanakrishnanonboard as the franchise team owners for Chennai. They bring a lot of value to the league. Not only from a leadership perspective, but also in terms innovation and opportunities for players. We are looking forward to Season 2 and working to deliver a competitive experience that will capture both fans and players alike .”
The second season will introduce a new team format, league guidelines and a more competitive framework. This builds on the success of Season 1, which saw GEPL’s first season. Real Cricket 24 is the benchmark for cricket simulation, with its nuanced gameplay and challenging mechanics. It also focuses on strategy. The GEPL Season 2 finals are scheduled to take place in January 2025. This is when the best teams will compete on a global level for the prestigious ‘e-Cricket Icon title’.
