In a statement, JetSynthesys said Gopal Srinivasan, Madhusudanan R, and Arjun Santhanakrishnan bring a wealth of expertise to GEPL’s growing ecosystem and their acquisition of the Chennai franchise underscores the city’s profound connection to cricket.
The GEPL, hosted on the mobile app Real Cricket, JetSynthesys’ cricket video game, provides authentic, immersive, and feature-rich cricket simulation experience for mobile users.
Last year’s tournament attracted over 200,000 registrations and concluded with a rigorous selection process identifying the top 64 players who formed eight teams. These teams competed in an action-packed finale, vying for global esports glory.
GEPL Season 1 achieved a cumulative multiplatform reach of 70 million+ and was streamed on JioCinema, garnering over 1.1 million minutes of viewership.
Rajan Navani, CEO and Founder of JetSynthesys, said: “We are incredibly excited to have Gopal Srinivasan, Madhusudanan R, and Arjun Santhanakrishnan join as the team owners of the Chennai franchise. Their combined experience brings a fresh perspective that aligns perfectly with our vision to push the boundaries of cricket esports globally. Their involvement strengthens our resolve to not just grow GEPL but to create an entire ecosystem where gaming, technology, and cricket intersect to inspire a new generation of gamers.”Gopal Srinivasan stated: “As a firm believer in the transformative power of technology, I’m happy to support the Global e-Cricket Premier League and the Chennai franchise. Esports offers a unique platform to nurture talent and foster inclusion. I look forward to witnessing the incredible skills and passion of our players and expanding India’s influence in the global esports landscape.”Madhusudanan R added: “Cricket has always been a unifying force in India, and esports is rapidly transforming how we connect with the sport. Being part of the Chennai franchise in the GEPL allows us to tap into a growing digital audience and offer them a platform to showcase their skills. I am excited about the potential this league holds for fostering talent and pushing the boundaries of competitive eCricket.”
Arjun Santhanakrishnan commented: “eCricket is redefining the boundaries of sports, and I am thrilled to be a part of this journey with the Chennai franchise in the Global e-Cricket Premier League. The blend of cricket, technology, and esports is creating new opportunities for fan engagement and innovation, and I look forward to witnessing the next generation of esports talent from Chennai rise on the global stage.”
Rohit Potphode, CEO and League Commissioner of GEPL, said: “We are thrilled to have Gopal Srinivasan, Madhusudanan R, and Arjun Santhanakrishnan onboard as the franchise team owners for Chennai. Their participation adds immense value to the league, not just from a leadership standpoint but in terms of fostering innovation and new opportunities for players. As we look ahead to Season 2, we are working hard to expand the league’s footprint and deliver an unparalleled competitive experience that will captivate both players and fans alike.”
GEPL is the world’s first and largest team-based e-cricket league that bridges cricket, gaming, and entertainment. GEPL is hosted on the mobile game Real Cricket, offering a realistic and immersive cricket simulation experience.
