AMERICAN CRICKET
The T20 World Cup was a milestone for cricket's global ambitions
With the decision to increase the size of the tournament to 20 teams and to play part of the group stage in the USA, the International Cricket Council (ICC) saw this World Cup as a vehicle for expansion of the sport's popularity. More teams from emerging cricket nations were given a chance to perform on the global stage and Americans were offered the opportunity to engage with a sport far from their mainstream.
Cricket is beginning to take off in America, says US Ambassador Eric Garcetti
Thrilled by the USA's cricket victories, including the historic win over Pakistan, I envision the sport's bright future in America with a diverse fanbase and the upcoming debut in the Los Angeles Olympics 2028.
Cricket: South Africa sink spirited US in WC Super 8
South Africa defeated the United States by 18 runs in the first T20 World Cup Super 8 match in Antigua. Kagiso Rabada's key performance in a tense game led to South Africa's victory. Quinton de Kock's impressive 74 runs helped South Africa post 194-4. U.S. opener Andries Gous (80 not out) and Harmeet Singh (38) fought back, but Rabada's 3-18 spell restricted the U.S. run rate.
Indian IT engineers are a cricket craze in the US
Indian IT professionals from companies like Cognizant, ServiceNow, and Cigniti are actively involved in promoting cricket in the USA during the T20 World Cup matches. The IT industry's role includes owning cricket franchises, sponsoring leagues, and even participating in matches. They are contributing to the growth of cricket in North America, with Indian origin players like Saurabh Netravalkar and Nosthush Kenjige playing for the USA team.
Chak De in the USA! Just don't count your home runs yet
In 1844, USA and Canada played the first-ever international cricket match in Manhattan, 33 years before the Australia-England encounter. Canada emerged victorious. Fast forward 180 years, the same teams faced off in the first-ever cricket World Cup match on US soil on June 1, marking a significant milestone in cricket history.
First-timers USA knock out Pakistan, join India in T20 World Cup Super Eight
The USA team, consisting of men who play cricket as a side job, advanced to the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup after their match against Ireland was canceled. This led to the elimination of former champions Pakistan from the tournament.
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T20 World Cup: Cricket fever in the US is low-grade at best
Cricket, the world's second most popular sport, is making a play for America's attention with the International Cricket Council Men's T20 World Cup, held on American soil for the first time. Despite the in-person crowds, few American sports fans are paying attention to the sport. Cricket has been played in America since the early 18th century, but its gentlemanly pace and association with foreign powers have hindered its growth.
MACA, make America cricket-loving again
While the sport was played by British colonists from the late 18th century - with Philadelphia as the cricket capital of the Americas - the Civil War made the more malleable no-stumps-needed baseball the American bat-'n'-ball game.
World Cup 2024: All the visas that will let you play for the US cricket team
Many have remarked that few players on the host team are truly nationals of nations like India and Pakistan, and even fewer are recently naturalised citizens, as the Men's T20 World Cup 2024 is currently taking place in the United States. Which visas or immigration routes allow you to represent the United States cricket team?
Netherland
I first met Chuck in August 2002 while playing cricket at Randolph Walker Park, Staten Island. Chuck was there as one of the two independent umpires, receiving a fifty-dollar honorarium for his services.
Run, USA, run, between the wickets: What's required for America to actually take to cricket
A change of process has to happen for Americans to actually take to the game. If you do not play it in the backyard as children, in makeshift alleyways and outside the gates when the school bell has rung, it’s impossible for cricket to take root in any meaningful sense. This is not a process than can be engineered from top to down.
T20 World Cup: India-Pak’s (New) Yorker
It was dream come true for a sold-out Eisenhower Park crowd as it played host to cricket’s showpiece tie.
Ind vs Pak T20 World Cup 2024 pitch report, venue, squads, match timing & live telecast
Ind vs Pak Pitch Report: India is gearing up to take on Pakistan in an ICC T20 World Cup clash at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan, having suffered an unexpected loss to the USA, is eager to rebound against India. With little time to adapt to the demanding conditions, Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and his squad confront a formidable challenge. A loss to India could potentially complicate their path to qualification in the tournament.
T20 World Cup Live in USA: Schedule, time table, how to watch on 'Willow By Cricbuzz'
T20 World Cup is taking place in the US for the first time and viewers can watch the marquee event.
Coding to cricket: Saurabh Netravalkar aces all pitches
Newest USA cricket star Saurabh Netravalkar is also a software engineer who has developed his own cricket app, Ukulele player, and singer. He showcased his composure during a thrilling Super Over victory against Pakistan. His calm demeanor and strategic bowling secured an unforgettable win. Saurabh's journey from academic pursuits in the US to cricket success highlights his resilience and dedication to excellence.
Anand Mahindra celebrates US’s win over Pakistan cricket team at the T20 World Cup
In the last over, the United States required 15 runs to exceed Pakistan's total of 159 for 7. Aaron Jones, confronting the experienced paceman Haris Rauf, sent the fourth ball sailing over long-on for six. However, he could only secure a single on the fifth delivery. This left Nitish Kumar requiring either five runs for victory or four to draw the match and initiate a Super Over.
United States of India: From Ahmedabad, Ooty, Mumbai, Delhi, meet USA's giant slayers
Meet the T20 World Cup debutants, the USA cricket team, who shocked the cricket world by defeating Pakistan. From Monank Patel's journey from India to his leadership, to Saurabh Netravalkar's academia-sports balance, and others like Harmeet Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Milind Kumar, Nitish Kumar, and Jaspreet Singh, each player has a unique story of perseverance and dedication.
Accenture inks three-year sponsorship deal with MI New York
Accenture has partnered with MI New York, the Major League Cricket Champions, to enhance performance on and off the field using digital services and consulting expertise. The partnership includes displaying the Accenture logo on MI New York jerseys.
'Party in the USA' but Pakistan and India await for T20 co-hosts
The USA secured their first T20 World Cup victory at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Texas. Aaron Jones' impressive performance led to a thrilling seven-wicket win over Canada, marking a significant milestone for cricket in the USA.
What's All Eyes on Rafah? Why millions are sharing this viral pic?
All Eyes on Rafah: Recent Israeli strikes in Gaza's Rafah killed at least 45 Palestinians, including children. The attack targeted the Tal as-Sultan "safe zone" and sparked fires due to a fuel tank explosion. The "All Eyes on Rafah" campaign emerged in response, using AI-generated images to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis, gaining global support and celebrity endorsements.
T20 World Cup: Can cricket make inroads in baseball-loving America?
Cricket returns to North America through the T20 World Cup, aiming to capture local interest despite limited awareness. With 30 million U.S. fans, the ICC sees potential. The event sets the stage for cricket's 2028 Olympic comeback. Major League Cricket's launch and strategic marketing aim to expand the sport's U.S. presence.
T20 World Cup in US going to be landmark event: India's Consul General in New York Pradhan
India's Consul General in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, has expressed excitement about the T20 World Cup in the US, stating that it is playing a significant role in bringing cricket to the country's mainstream and contributing to the bilateral people-to-people relationship. The tournament is being jointly hosted by the USA and the West Indies from June 2 to June 29. India will play three matches in New York against Ireland, Pakistan, and the United States, marking the first time India will be playing with the American team.
A cricket World Cup is coming to NYC's suburbs, where sport thrives among immigrant communities
Eisenhower Park in New York hosts the T20 World Cup, showcasing cricket's rise in the U.S. with matches between top teams like Pakistan and India. The tournament concludes in Barbados, highlighting the sport's global appeal.
T20 WC will spread awareness on cricket, LA Olympics more likely to attract local Americans
USA Cricket chairman Pisike foresees T20 WC boosting cricket in the USA, with Corey Anderson in the team. New York readies for India-Pakistan match. Seeking BCCI collaboration for player training post-event.
Star India's sports losses widen by 50% to $342 million in H1 FY24
Star India's sports business operating loss reached $342M for six months till March 30, surpassing $228M last fiscal. Walt Disney's revenue hit $504M, with costs at $786M due to IPL cricket programming expenses. Ad revenue doubled to $221M.
Indian sports fans are flying more to be where the action is
Indian sports fans are travelling the world to watch their favourite sporting events across categories like never before, buoyed by rising disposable incomes, travel companies said.
Cricket tourism and hospitality takes off in the US
Founded by an Indian-American couple from Bihar, Florida-based Cricketbuster is trying to capture this "cricket mania" among the Indian-American population and those from the cricket-playing nations by offering them customisable travel packages that include official match tickets, hotels, flights, cruises and many other attractions for international cricket tournaments and the all-important T20 leagues all across the world.
Ahead of second season, Major League Cricket signs Cognizant as title sponsor
MLC expands Cognizant's sports sponsorship portfolio, including the PGA, LPGA, Aston Martin Formula 1 team, SailGP, and English Football Association, aligning with the company's passion for sports, showcasing technology-sports parallels, and increasing diversity. Six teams from MLC's inaugural season will return in 2024, featuring returning superstar players like Rashid Khan, Faf du Plessis, Marco Jansen, Quinton de Kock, Haris Rauf, and Sunil Narine.
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