Picture this: You’re at a BBQ, someone asks about your weekend, and you casually say you’re catching the MI New York game. Suddenly, everyone’s in, asking about players, last week’s wild finish, and your tailgate setup.
Major League Cricket is here, packing stadiums with 70,000+ fans, backed by $120M from South Asian American business icons. Our sport is stepping into the U.S. spotlight, no compromises, just pure magic. We’re breaking down the power players behind MLC and how to wear your cricket pride all summer long.
The Dream Team Behind the Scenes
MLC’s backers read like a South Asian American hall of fame: Satya Nadella, Shantanu Narayen, Anurag Jain, and early Amazon legends Venky Harinarayan and Anand Rajaraman. These aren’t just investors, they’re builders who see what cricket can mean for our community and are making it happen.
Smart Cities, Smarter Strategy
Teams were placed exactly where South Asian Americans thrive: MI New York, Texas Super Kings, LA Knight Riders, SF Unicorns. And this summer, Oakland joins the party, because of course cricket belongs in one of America’s most diverse cities.
Next-Gen Cricket Stars, Loading
From youth academies in Ohio to school programs in the DMV, MLC is building a real pipeline. Now, a kid growing up in Jersey or Fremont can dream of going pro and stay in the U.S. to do it.
By the Numbers? Wild.
70,000 fans last season. 60% growth expected this summer. Broadcasts in 87 countries. 110M social impressions. And yes, stars like Steve Smith and Nicholas Pooran are playing here, while U.S. players earn six figures doing what they love.
How to Make Cricket Your Summer Go-To
MLC’s 2025 season runs June 12-July 13, with 34 matches, zero IPL conflicts, and all the star power. The vibe? Backyard BBQ meets boundary-roaring stadium energy and it’s all happening in Oakland, Dallas, and Broward County.
This is our moment. Every cheer, every new fan, every first six is part of building American cricket from the ground up. It’s community-building with snacks and team jerseys and it feels really good.
And the best part? Cricket’s officially in the 2028 LA Olympics, but we don’t need to wait for the global spotlight. The magic is already here.
So here’s your summer plan:
🎟️ Get tickets early (they’re moving fast)
🧢 Wear your team colors
👯♀️ Bring a friend who’s never seen a match
📺 Or stream it on Willow.TV
This isn’t just about the sport, it’s about being part of a cultural shift. Cricket in America isn’t coming. It’s here. And it’s a blast. Get your tickets and join the cricket celebration at Major League Cricket's official website. Your summer adventure awaits!
Loved this? There’s more brewing every week. ☕