Proposed $8.5 billion merger between Reliance and Disney faces scrutiny
The merger, announced in February, will create India’s largest entertainment group with 120 TV channels and two streaming services. Reliance And Disney (Pic Source-X) In a significant development in the Indian media, the proposed $8.5 billion merger between Reliance Industries and Walt Disney has come under intense scrutiny by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The anti-trust watchdog has sent over 100 letters to the companies, particularly focusing on the deal’s impact on cricket streaming rights. The merger, announced in February, will create India’s largest entertainment group with 120 TV channels and two streaming services. Cricket has always been considered a religion in India and has played a vital role in the growth of the country’s media. The Reliance-Disney merger will consolidate ownership of cricket rights. The Indian Competition Commission’s extensive inquiry indicates that some kind of deal has definitely been struck between Reliance-Disney. Questions have also been raised as to why YouTube should be considered in this market like subscription-based streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus. CCI raised important questions Reliance and Disney have cited the expiry of existing cricket rights in 2027 and 2028 to argue that their merger will not harm competition. They believe this will allow for competitive bidding by rivals. Additionally, they have pointed out that advertisers can reach cricket-watching audiences through various platforms, including YouTube. However, data from Media Partners Asia shows that while YouTube commands 88% of India’s online video market, this mainly consists of free, user-generated content. The premium video market, dominated by curated long-form content on streaming services, accounts for just 12% of the total. The CCI has also requested detailed information about sports rights ownership, including past bidding processes. 5 Australian players who scored half-century in their debut IPL match IPL 2024: These 11 foreign players took crores of rupees but flopped IPL 2024: 5 players who hit the most sixes in the 19th and 20th overs of IPL 5 fastest bowlers in IPL history Who are the head coaches of all 10 teams in IPL 2024? Which team has won the most matches against RCB in Chinnaswamy IPL 2024: 3 former RCB players who are wreaking havoc in SRH 4 players who have played more than 500 T20 matches MS Dhoni: Dhoni’s amazing record as CSK captain Which teams changed their captains before the start of IPL 2024
UK PM Rishi Sunak again has fun with cricketers, faces this legendary England bowler, watch video
Sunak has recently made a big investment in UK regarding cricket. Rishi Sunak (Image Credit- Twitter) Indian-origin Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK) Rishi Sunak’s love for the game of cricket is not hidden from anyone. Sunak is seen talking about cricket every day. So a few days ago he was seen playing cricket in Downing Street. So now once again Sunak has been seen playing cricket, the video of which is going viral on the internet very fast. Let us tell you that in this video, PM Rishi Sunak can be seen having a lot of fun with the players of the England cricket team. In the video, Rishi is seen talking to England fast bowlers Chris Jordan and James Anderson. He has also faced some balls from England’s legendary fast bowler James Anderson. Sunak has shared the video of having fun with English players on his official X account, in the caption of which he wrote – I am ready to be called by England Cricket. So on Sunak’s video, England Cricket took a dig and said – Not bad, but first you need some more net sessions. See these social media posts related to Rishi Sunak Not bad, perhaps a few more net sessions first 😉 — England Cricket (@englandcricket) April 5, 2024 On the other hand, if we tell you about Rishi Sunak, he is the leader of the Conservative Party of UK. He was also elected as the Prime Minister of the UK in the year 2022. Also, let us tell you that Sunak is the first leader of Indian origin to become the Prime Minister of the UK. Apart from this, he had recently announced an investment of 35 million pounds for the improvement of cricket in England. After this investment, he hopes that by the year 2030, more than 10 lakh young players will be able to join the game of cricket in England.
WPL 2024: Shabnam Ismail brings smiles to all faces with her brilliant bowling: Reema Malhotra
For Mumbai Indians, experienced fast bowler Shabnam Ismail bowled very well against Gujarat Giants and took three important wickets for her team. Shabnim Ismail (Pic Source-Twitter) Women’s Premier League 2024 has started. Mumbai Indians have performed very well so far in the Women’s Premier League season. He has played two matches in this tournament so far and the team has won both. Let us tell you, on behalf of Mumbai Indians, experienced fast bowler Shabnam Ismail bowled very well against Gujarat Giants and took three important wickets for her team. It was because of his bowling that Mumbai Indians won this match by 5 wickets. GeoCinema and Sports18’s experts Reema Malhotra and Sushma Verma presented their views on the performance of Mumbai Indians players. Regarding Shabnam Ismail’s spell, Reema Malhotra said, ‘The way she bowled, she brought a smile on everyone’s face. He is a very experienced fast bowler and his line and length are always accurate. Last year, he did not get much opportunity from UP Warriors and then the team released the experienced player before the 2024 season and this was their biggest mistake. Regarding Harmanpreet Kaur’s innings, Sushma Verma said, ‘Harmanpreet is a champion player and she knows when to perform. He has a lot of experience and has consistently batted well for the Indian team. She has also made a very good start in this season of the Women’s Premier League. Reema Malhotra becomes fan of Amelia Kerr Regarding Amelia Kerr’s all-round performance, Reema Malhotra said, ‘She is a very good all-rounder. The best thing is that you can give her bowling and batting anywhere and she does her job very well. You look at Perry, Kapp, and then there’s Amelia Kerr. Mumbai Indians have many such players who can win you the match. All the teams are good but it is very important how the players perform together. When you slap someone, you do not hurt them with your finger but with your whole hand. Mumbai also does the same. I am very happy with the team’s performance. These teams have lost the most matches in IPL history These batsmen have scored the most runs against Dhoni’s team CSK in IPL. 5 players who scored 10,000 T20 runs in the fewest innings 3 Indian players who have scored most centuries in India IPL 2024: These 3 players will be the wicketkeepers of Delhi Capitals in place of Rishabh Pant 5 players who have scored the most runs in PSL IND vs ENG, 4th Test: Rohit Sharma will throw these 5 players out of playing 11 3 biggest wins recorded by India in terms of runs in Test cricket These 5 bowlers have sent Virat Kohli to the pavilion for a golden duck in IPL. List of bowlers who took the fastest 500 wickets in Test cricket-