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Aakash Chopra joins online cricket with the world’s No.1 cricket game, World Cricket Championship

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First professional cricket commentator on an Indian gaming platform to address 2.5 million daily users

Renowned cricket commentator Aakash Chopra will offer commentary for the world’s no. 1 digital cricket franchise, World Cricket Championship (WCC). Aakash Chopra has signed up with Nextwave Multimedia (a subsidiary of Nazara Technologies Ltd.) who owns the World Cricket Championship franchise. This is the first time a professional cricket commentator will lend his voice on virtual cricket in India. With this game Aakash Chopra’s will share his commentary and reach out to over 110 million digital cricket players all over the world.

Given the success of the WCC franchise, the company has rolled out WCC 3, the latest game from the WCC bandwagon. Aakash Chopra’s commentary will launch on the platform along with the rollout of the new game. The franchise has an average of over 2.5 million Daily Active Users and 15 million Monthly Active Users year round. It is popular in India and has a loyal fan base from the UK, USA, UAE, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

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WCC has recently witnessed an increase of 20% in revenue and number of sessions. New users and daily active users have also seen an increase by 25% while in-app purchases have grown almost by 100%. With this move WCC franchise aims to cross their current mark of 110 million downloads and gain further accolades.

When asked about his move from the field to online cricket, Commentator, Aakash Chopra says, “World Cricket Championship is the perfect platform for my move to gaming. It will be my first big step to digital cricket. I am excited to share my voice and commentary with a large audience of over 2.5 million daily users.”

Mr. Rajendran P.R., Founder and CEO, Nextwave Multimedia says “We have always chosen the path of evolution and innovation for WCC. The aim was to make the game more appealing and integrate elements of real game play into a virtual world. With Aakash Chopra joining the digital cricket gaming space, we see a definite future trend of transition from real world sports to online sports”

The WCC franchise has been the most downloaded and the most awarded cricket game franchise in the world getting accredited among the Top games by the App Annie Report, listed in Google’s editor’s choice and Google’s best games.

WCC3 is a sequel to World Cricket Championship 2 (WCC2) which has bagged the no. 1 slot in cricket games in the world. WCC3 will take the excitement of realism in mobile cricket a notch higher with a plethora of cutting edge game play features, brand new controls, celebrity commentary, exciting animations, real-time motion captures of athletes and professional cricketers, and advanced AI.

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Delasport Teams Up with Betable Group in UK and Philippines Partnership

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Leading iGaming supplier Delasport has agreed a strategic partnership with Betable Group, that will see the pair working closely together in both the UK and the Philippines.

The deal means Betable Group brands in both markets will gain access to Delasport’s comprehensive sportsbook solution, on top of the existing Betable Gaming platform that offers both casino and bingo.

The strategic partnership will initially launch in the Philippines, before expanding to the UK shortly.

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“This partnership is a win-win-win for Delasport, Betable, and their customers,” said Delasport’s CEO Oren Cohen Shwartz. “The UK and the Philippines are extremely appealing markets – one is mature and developed, while the other is emerging and full of potential. Thanks to Betable’s professionalism and reach, we can now quickly deliver our award-winning solution to more operators worldwide.”

Charlie Noble, COO at Betable Group, added: “Integrating Delasport’s sportsbook product now allows our partner operators in the UK and the Philippines to offer players a complete gaming experience. We’ve been extremely impressed by Delasport’s sportsbook product, and this partnership underlines our commitment to delivering the very best to both our operator partners and the end user.”

Delasport’s Plug & Play iFrame solution is an operator favourite, due to a range of unique features that sport bettors love to engage with.

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Vasista Esports Crowned Champions of Red Bull M.E.O. 2024 at Chennai Trade Centre

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The Red Bull M.E.O. 2024 BGMI Grand Finals concluded in spectacular fashion at the Chennai Trade Centre, with Vasista Esports emerging as the champions. The team, which flew under the radar leading up to the finals, delivered a phenomenal performance to claim the coveted title.

Coming into the Grand Finals, Vasista Esports had placed 13th in the semifinals, raising doubts about their chances. However, the roster maintained consistency throughout the 18 matches in the grand finals, propelling them to the top of the standings table with 153 points.

The journey to victory wasn’t without challenges. While Vasista Esports took an early lead, they faced stiff resistance from formidable teams like Orangutan, Gods Reign, and Soul Esports during the intense L.AN finale.

In fact, Orangutan almost clinched the title in the penultimate game where they picked up 10 finishes and placed second. But, with Vasista Esports playing it safe to place second in that match, they maintained their position at the top. Orangutan ended as the runners-up with a mere 6 point difference to Vasista Esports.

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With this victory, Vasista Esports not only earns the prestigious title but also an exclusive Red Bull F1 experience, where the team will travel to witness a live Formula 1 race in 2025.

In a post match interview, Vasista Esports Pukar said, “We are feeling really good. Honestly, we have been trying to win for the past two seasons and even finished second once. This time, we have won it all and can’t wait to watch the FI race live.”

On their consistency, the player added, “We approached each game with a fresh mindset, taking it one game at a time and leaving behind the results of the previous matches.”

The Red Bull M.E.O. 2024 featured open qualifiers with thousands of players from across India competing for a chance to shine on the big stage. Ultimately, 16 teams battled it out in the Grand Finals at the Chennai Trade Centre. The tournament achieved remarkable success, drawing ove 20fe concurrent viewers. Skyesports had executed the event.

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The Game Awards and NODWIN Gaming extend their partnership beyond India to other emerging markets

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NODWIN Gaming, a global leader in esports and gaming in emerging markets, has officially secured the exclusive rights to distribute the 10th edition of The Game Awards in India, Myanmar, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Taiwan. This landmark agreement brings the highly anticipated annual celebration of video games and esports excellence to a wider international audience, marking a new chapter in the awards’ global reach and stands testament to NODWIN Gaming’s partnership with The Game Awards for over half a decade and its commitment to empowering gaming culture in emerging markets across the world.

Starting in 2014, The Game Awards is the annual awards ceremony honouring achievements in the video game industry. This extremely prestigious event for the gaming industry across the globe will now be broadcast and delivered in additional markets through this licensing deal. In 2023, this event often known as the ‘Oscars of Gaming’ garnered 118 million Global livestreams. It has seen renowned presenters like Al Pacino, Keanu Reeves, Margot Robbie, Dwayne Johnson, Christopher Nolan, Tom Holland, and many more; with performances by musicians like- Sting, Imagine Dragons, Green Day, Hans Zimmer, Deadmau5, and more. The Gaming Awards sits at the center of popular culture – a platform that game publishers, studios, streamers, the music industry, and cutting-edge brands use to break big news and surprises to a global audience. The 10th anniversary of the Game Awards is slated for 12th December 2024.

Spearheaded by NODWIN Gaming, The Game Awards are set to be accessible through 17 additional distribution channels including TV, regional OTT, Online stations, and influencers channels, across India, Myanmar, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Taiwan, enhancing reach and visibility in some of the world’s fastest-growing markets for gaming and esports.

For over half a decade, NODWIN Gaming has worked closely with Geoff Keighley and this new phase in NODWIN’s partnership with The Game Awards underscores its commitment to empowering the gaming ecosystem across these emerging territories. By securing exclusive rights, NODWIN Gaming aims to foster a deeper connection between global gaming culture and local audiences, establishing a seamless viewing experience for fans and supporters in each region.

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Speaking on NODWIN Gaming bringing The Game Awards to emerging markets, Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming, said, “As NODWIN Gaming continues to expand into new markets, we are thrilled to bring The Game Awards to fans across emerging markets. Our goal has always been to bridge the gap between global gaming content and the youth audience in high-growth markets. NODWIN Gaming has been a long-time supporter and partner of The Game Awards and their commitment to empowering gaming across the world aligns perfectly with our mission to support and showcase gaming excellence internationally.”

Geoff Keighley, the Founder and Host of the Game Awards said, “We are excited to continue our partnership with NODWIN to bring The Game Awards to more viewers in more emerging markets around the world. Our 10th-anniversary show will be the biggest global celebration of games.”

By building upon its strategic network and distribution partnerships, NODWIN Gaming will provide unparalleled access to The Game Awards, tapping into the massive potential of these regions. With NODWIN Gaming’s expertise in delivering captivating gaming and esports content to youth demographics, the Game Awards’ distribution is poised to become a defining milestone for gaming culture in these regions.

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