T Ten Global has announced a digital partnership with FanCode in India. The deal will make FanCode the exclusive streaming partner for the upcoming Zim Afro T10, Abu Dhabi T10 and the Lanka T10, for next 3 years.

After a successful inaugural season, Zim Afro T10 is back for the second edition, starting September 21 and is expected to produce 9 days of high-quality cricket, with the likes of David Warner, Dawid Malan, Yasir Shah, Carlos Brathwaite, and Colin Munro, all in the mix.

The tournament will put the spotlight on cricket’s fastest format at the Harare Sports Club. The six franchises in the tournament are the Harare Bolts, Bulawayo Brave Jaguars, Cape Town Samp Army, Durban Wolves, Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers and the NYS Lagos.

Each day will comprise of three white-ball matches, with the first scheduled for 3 pm local time and 6:30pm IST. The second game of the day will be at 5:15pm local time and 8:45pm IST, while the third game of the day will see the players take the field at 7:30pm local time and 11pm IST.

During this festival of cricket, a total of 21 games will be played in the league stage for the Zim Afro T10, and after that the knockout phase will commence. The top 2 teams will square off in Qualifier 1, with the winner going through to the final. The third and fourth placed teams will then play the Eliminator, where the winner goes through to Qualifier 2, to face the runner-up of Qualifier 1. The team that wins Qualifier 2 will eventually play the winner of Qualifier 1 in the final, which is scheduled for the evening of September 29.

“We are thrilled to partner with the T Ten Global team as T10 cricket continues to capture the excitement of Indian fans. With leagues expanding in Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Abu Dhabi, the format is set to grow even more. This season, with stars like David Warner and Dawid Malan in action, we’re confident fans can look forward to top-quality cricket and thrilling matches between closely matched teams.” said Prasana Krishnan, co-founder, FanCode.

Nawab Shaji Ul Mulk, T Ten Global Sports Founder and Chairman, said, “Such partnerships are a clear reflection of the growing global popularity of the T10 format. The Zim Afro T10 has witnessed a remarkable surge in interest since its inaugural season, and as we gear up for the first game of the new edition, we are thrilled to have FanCode on board, supporting our mission to expand T10 worldwide. With their invaluable backing, we are confident that we can accelerate the growth and reach of T10 cricket across the globe.”

World Tennis League has announced that the R&B superstar Akon will perform during the World Tennis League concerts at Etihad Arena. Akon will join a stellar line-up of musicians, including rock legend Bryan Adams and pop sensation Anastacia, in what promises to be an unforgettable event.

Akon, who wowed crowds during last year’s WTL, will take the stage on December 21, adding a musical spectacle to the penultimate day of the tournament. Known for his chart-topping hits like “Smack That,” “Lonely,” and “I Wanna Love You,” Akon’s signature blend of R&B, hip-hop, and pop has cemented his influence in the global music scene for decades.

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WTL has become a unique sporting and entertainment event, combining top-tier tennis matches with electrifying concerts. With preparations for Season 3 well underway, this year’s edition is expected to be the “Greatest Show on Court,” following the tremendous success of previous seasons.

Fans can purchase concert tickets and opt for discounted add-on tickets for the tennis matches. Tickets will be available later this week at etihadarena.ae. WTL organizers have teased another major artist set to join Akon’s December 21 performance, with more details to follow soon.

Stay tuned as Season 3 of the WTL gears up to deliver a spectacular mix of sport and entertainment.

Maisour, a leading crowdfunding platform specialising in fractional ownership of Dubai real estate, Thursday announced a landmark collaboration with the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards as the investment partners for the highly anticipated IIFA Weekend & Awards 2024. This agreement, a first-of-its-kind in the 23-year history of the annual film awards ceremony, marks a significant milestone for Maisour and Meteora Group as they align themselves with one of the most prestigious global celebrations of Indian cinema. As part of the understanding, while Maisour will partner with both IIFA Utsavam and IIFA Awards this year, Meteora Developers, one of Dubai’s leading real estate developers will partner with IIFA Utsavam, the South India focused chapter of the annual IIFA Festival.

Praveen Sharma, Group CEO & Partner of Maisour & Meteora Group, expressed his excitement about the association, by saying: “This collaboration marks the start of a monumental chapter, especially for Maisour. As a crowdfunding platform for fractional ownership in Real Estate in Dubai, we are absolutely thrilled to have partnered with a global platform like IIFA that unites and celebrates the best of Indian cinema in what is a dazzling showcase of stardom. This highly anticipated cinematic extravaganza in Abu Dhabi sets the perfect stage for this partnership.”

The IIFA Festival 2024, taking place from September 27 to 29 at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, promises to be a spectacular event. This year’s festival, held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, and in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral, will feature a dazzling line-up of events that includes the NEXA IIFA Utsavam Awards, the NEXA IIFA Awards, and Sobha IIFA Rocks.

“At Maisour, we champion creativity and innovation while making Real Estate investment in Dubai affordable in helping create a lasting legacy for millions, starting from AED 500, thus seamlessly resonating with the iconic positioning of the IIFA Awards. Together, we aim to elevate the fan engagement and offer them opportunities for investment and excellent returns,” added Sharma, who co-founded Meteora Developers with his Jordanian partner, Omar Al Amour, early last year before going on to carve a niche for themselves in the real estate market, selling out their first four projects – The East Crest, 7 Park Central, Vita Grande and Park Boulevard.  “This collaboration represents a new chapter in Maisour’s mission to make real estate investment in Dubai more accessible and impactful through cutting-edge technology and a global platform,” Sharma added.

With Maisour’s involvement, the partnership highlights the intersection of cinematic brilliance and innovative real estate investment opportunities, allowing fans and investors to experience and engage with both worlds.

This year’s IIFA Awards are happening on September 28 and will see superstar Shah Rukh Khan and filmmaker-producer Karan Johar share the stage as hosts. The awards night will see the who’s who of Indian cinema including Rekha, Shahid Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Prabhu Deva, Rana Daggubati, Raashi Khanna,  Janhvi Kapoor and others, lighting up the stage with their electric performances.