Sony Sports Network has secured the live telecast rights for the new season of Celebrity Cricket League (CCL).
The Celebrity Cricket League, now in its 10th season, is set to begin on 23rd February. It will feature personalities from across India's film industries, including Salman Khan, Kichcha Sudeepa, Sohail Khan, Akhil Akkineni, Indrajith Sukumaran, Sonu Sood, Manoj Tiwari, Aarya, Jisshu Sengupta, Riteish Deshmukh, and more.
Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer, Distribution; International Business and Head -Sports Business, Sony Pictures Networks India, said, “Celebrity Cricket League has carved its niche in the hearts of cricket and cinema enthusiasts alike and showcases great entertainment value. Sony Sports Network is pleased to partner with Celebrity Cricket League to bring star-studded moments straight from the pitch to the viewers.”
Vishnu Induri, Founder of CCL, said, “We are pleased to announce our partnership with Sony Sports Network for the telecast of the Celebrity Cricket League on Indian television. Sony Sports Network is known for airing some of the best sports events throughout the year, and we are proud to have joined forces with a broadcaster that caters to millions of sports enthusiasts every day.”
The tournament will be held at various venues, including Sharjah (UAE), as well as multiple cities in India, such as Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Trivandrum and Vizag, which will also host the playoffs and finals.
The upcoming season has 20 games, featuring eight teams representing major film industries.