Cricket Ireland chairman supports Indian investment in European T20 Premier League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:18 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Cricket Ireland chairman Brian MacNeice has praised the significant investment from Indian owners in the inaugural European T20 Premier League (ETPL) set to start in August. He highlighted the ownership of the Dublin Guardians by Rahul Dravid, along with other notable figures like Steve Waugh and Jonty Rhodes involved in various franchises. MacNeice emphasized the mutual benefits of India's participation, which aims to showcase European cricket to Indian audiences. He described the ETPL as crucial for developing cricket in Europe and generating interest in its best players.
- •Brian MacNeice welcomes Indian support for ETPL's launch.
- •Rahul Dravid is a key investor in the Dublin Guardians.
- •ETPL features six franchises across Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands.
- •Event set to kick off in August 2026.
- •League aims to attract Indian cricket fans to European competitions.
- 9:18 AMYahoo Sports — 'India's involvement is important': Cricket Ireland chairman welcomes Indian owners' investment in inaugural ETPL
"With the ETPL getting ready to bring new cricketing entertainment to Ireland, the Irish cricket chief was quick to welcome India's involvement in the whole thing.
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