Babar Azam, David Miller to play in Lanka Premier League, Star Sports acquires broadcast rights
Colombo : Star international cricketers like Babar Azam, Shakib Al Hasan, David Miller are all set to roar in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023 which is to be played in Sri Lanka from July 30 to August 21.
After securing the television broadcast rights, Star Sports will exclusively telecast the league live in the Middle East and North Africa region including India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives and the United Arab Emirates.
The upcoming season will feature popular international stars such as Babar Azam, Shakib Al Hasan, David Miller as well as popular Sri Lankan stars Thisara Perera and other players such as Wanidu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews and captain Dasun Shanaka as matches will be held across the country. There are two locations for the fourth season – Colombo and Kandy.
Samantha Dodanwela, Tournament Director, Lanka Premier League 2023 said, “I am confident that Lanka Premier League 2023 is going to scale new heights in terms of competition between teams and excitement among fans, taking the tournament to a whole new level Hence, the tournament will be taken forward with a renowned broadcaster like Star Sports.”
Colombo Strikers, Dambulla Aura, Galle Titans, Jaffna Kings and B-Luv Candy will be the five teams fighting for the coveted title.
(IANS)
