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Nikhil Kamath, Ankit Nagori and Prashanth Prakash now Bengaluru franchise owners of e-cricket league

Economic Times · 1m

- JetSynthesys has announced the sale of franchise teams for the second season of the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL), with Nikhil Kamath, Ankit Nagori, and Prashanth Prakash becoming joint owners of the Bengaluru franchise team. - The GEPL, a digital entertainment and technology company, aims to enhance the gaming experience by selling teams to specific cities and engaging fans on a deeper level. - The first season of GEPL, held in December last year, saw eight teams competing in the Real Cricket video game created by JetSynthesys, reaching over 70 million viewers across multiple platforms. - Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, expressed excitement about fostering young talent and shaping the future of esports in India through the vibrant gaming industry. - With the goal of turning gaming into a significant contributor to India's GDP and a fulfilling career option, Ankit Nagori believes the partnership with JetSynthesys will help create opportunities for talented individuals. - The GEPL plans to build and nurture players, providing them with monthly salaries and the potential for brand endorsements as content creators, ultimately driving viewership and success in the e-cricket industry.