Suniel Shetty Joins Global e-Cricket Premier League Season 2 As Pune Franchise Owner
JetSynthesys, a global leader in digital entertainment and technology, is excited to welcome celebrated Bollywood actor, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast Suniel Shetty as the owner of the Pune franchise in the second season of the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL), set to take place in Bengaluru from April 27 to May 2.
With this announcement, GEPL further strengthens its commitment to redefining the landscape of digital sports by partnering with prominent names who bring both passion and purpose to the league.
Addressing the announcement, Rajan Navani, CEO and Founder of JetSynthesys, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Suniel Shetty to the GEPL family. His enduring love for cricket, combined with his entrepreneurial drive and youth-centric approach, makes him an ideal partner to take GEPL forward. With Suniel on board, we’re confident this season will captivate fans and inspire the next generation of digital cricket talent.”
A passionate supporter of cricket, Suniel Shetty’s involvement with the sport—both professionally and personally—is well known. From grassroots initiatives to strategic investments in sports-led platforms, his deep-rooted commitment to youth, fitness, and cricket now finds new ground in the world of e-cricket. By entering the dynamic space of esports, Suniel Shetty is taking this passion to the next level, helping GEPL inspire a new generation of players and fans alike.
Commenting on his association with GEPL, Suniel Shetty said, “Cricket has always been close to my heart — from playing it, supporting it, to now investing in its digital future. GEPL is redefining how fans engage with the game, and I’m excited to be part of a league that’s breaking new ground and igniting passion among India’s youth through e-cricket.”
Rohit Potphode, CEO, GEPL added, “Season 2 of the Global E-Cricket Premier League is shaping up to be bigger and more exciting, and we’re thrilled to welcome Suniel Shetty as a franchise owner. His involvement brings strong leadership and star appeal to the league, further reinforcing our commitment to building a world-class e-cricket ecosystem.”
Season 2 of GEPL marks a significant milestone in the league’s journey, with player registrations rising from 200,000 in Season 1 to over 910,000 this year — a remarkable fivefold increase. Featuring 34 adrenaline-packed matches and an enhanced prize pool of ₹3.05 crore (up from ₹2.51 crore last season), GEPL continues to bridge the worlds of cricket and esports through its immersive gameplay and team-based franchise format.
Building on the blockbuster success of Season 1, the upcoming edition promises enhanced league dynamics, top-tier talent, and next-level gameplay with Real Cricket 24. With Pune now on board, GEPL reinforces its position at the cutting edge of India’s esports revolution — cementing its place as the country’s first and largest franchise-based e-cricket league that’s redefining the future of digital sport.