MUSCAT: Oman Cricket Board, in partnership with ITW Consulting has announced that they will be broadcasting 6 games of Mumbai’s white ball tour of Oman. Two T20 and four One-Day matches would be available Live on Fan Code in India; Geo Super in Pakistan; CricLife in the UAE.
Confirming the broadcast, Pankaj Khimji, Chairman Oman Cricket, said, “We are elated to announce that the six matches between Oman and Mumbai will be live streamed from August 26 to September 3. This will give the Oman Cricket an exhilarating opportunity to a reach widespread audience and encourage the players for the upcoming season. In association the ITW Consulting, we believe in accelerating the recognition cricketers received by broadcasting the game.”
Richard Saldanha, Head of New Initiative, ITW Consulting MEA, confirmed that the tournament would have Dafa News, as Principle Sponsors and Brighto Paints and Osaka Batteries as Associate Sponsor.
He said: “We are delighted to partner with Oman Cricket and start a new journey in bringing Oman Cricket matches to viewers regionally as well as internationally. For the upcoming series we are pleased to confirm live telecast of these matches will be on Fancode in India, Geo Super in Pakistan and CricLife in the UAE.”
“We are discussing with other broadcast partners as well to reach maximum viewers” he added.
Duleep Mendis, Chief Development Officer and National Coach, Oman Cricket, added: “We are not only committed to improve the quality of the game but also be known for our talents. Broadcasting the white-ball tour helps them to gain momentum and acknowledgment internationally. This tour is a healthy practice for both the teams and will also be a delight for cricket enthusiasts around the globe.”