Major League Cricket (MLC) celebrated the launch of America’s new professional cricket league by ringing the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 6, 2023. This historic event marks a significant milestone for cricket in the United States, as world-class T20 cricket is introduced to American audiences in a domestic league for the first time.
The Closing Bell ceremony at the NYSE featured MLC co-founders Vijay Srinivasan and Sameer Mehta, along with star players Tim David, Shadab Khan, Calvin Savage, Finn Allen, Andrew Tye, and Lockie Ferguson. The trading floor was filled with local semi-professional and youth cricket players who joined in the celebration of the new professional cricket league in the US.
Vijay Srinivasan, co-founder of MLC, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to ring the Closing Bell, stating, Ringing the Closing Bell at the NYSE is a true honor for Major League Cricket. This ceremonial moment represents a significant milestone for cricket’s growing status in America and we are grateful to the NYSE for their invitation today. We are excited to introduce world-class cricket to American audiences and provide a platform for skilled and talented players to shine.
Sameer Mehta, co-founder of MLC, emphasized the importance of inspiring young players and developing a new generation of American cricket players. He highlighted the significance of ringing the Closing Bell alongside some of the world’s best cricketers, with youth cricketers from the local DreamCricket Academy witnessing the event from the trading floor.
Cricket enthusiasts in the US can eagerly anticipate the inaugural Major League Cricket season, set to kick off on July 13, 2023, in Grand Prairie, Texas. The 2023 season will follow a round-robin format, with the top four teams advancing to a multi-game playoff and final round to determine the champion. The season will culminate on July 30 with the crowning of the league champion.
This launch of America’s new professional cricket league signifies the growing presence and popularity of the sport within the country. Major League Cricket aims to bring high-quality cricket to American audiences and provide a platform for talented players to showcase their skills alongside international cricket superstars.
Overall, the ceremony at the NYSE symbolizes the promising future of cricket in the United States, inspiring young players and captivating fans with an exciting new league. With the 2023 season just around the corner, cricket lovers can look forward to experiencing the thrill of the game in a domestic setting.
