MUMBAI: Digital entertainment and technology company, JetSynthesys, has acquired the franchise rights of the Ratnagiri Jets franchisein the fourth edition of the Maharashtra Premier League (MPL) 2023. JetSynthesys won the bid of the team for Rs 83 million. marking its entry into the realm of sports ownership, a media release said.
This is JetSynthesys’ formal entry into sports leagues through ‘Jets’ that has time and again reinforced its commitment to promoting sports and supporting local talent. A market leader in the field of cricket gaming and esports, JetSynthesys boasts of joint ventures with global publishers and sporting legends like Sachin Tendulkar, along with in-house brands like Real Cricket. All-rounder Azim Kazi is the icon player and the captain for the franchise, the release said.
Talking about the victorious bid, Rajan Navani, founder and CEO, JetSynthesys said, “We are thrilled to be a part of this year’s edition of the Maharashtra Premier League. This endeavour resonates with JetSynthesys’ core values of supporting local talent, nurturing aspirations, and building a vibrant sports ecosystem. While we capture over 60% of the market for simulated mobile cricket games in India, MPL was the perfect way to put our first step in mainstream cricket. We look forward for a long-standing association with the Maharashtra Cricket Association and are eager to witness a league of pure sportsmanship.”
The Jets also bid for and won the second most expensive player Divyang Hinganekar who is an all-rounder and regional superstar Nikhil Naik in their roster along with Azim Kazi. The team includes other key players like Rishikesh Sonawane, Kiran Chormale as well.
The Maharashtra Premier League will be played from 15th June – 29th June at Maharashtra Cricket Association’s International Stadium between Puneri Bappa, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Kings, Eagle Nashik Titans, Kolhapur Tuskers, Solapur Royals, and Ratnagiri Jets. The tournament will be telecast live on DD Sports in India and streamed on the FanCode app for the viewers.
