Yolo247, a prominent player in the Indian online gaming industry, has announced its partnership with Major League Cricket’s (MLC) franchise, the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR), as the title sponsor.

Vinod D’Souza, Chief Marketing Officer of Yolo247, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating in a statement, “We are delighted to join forces with the Los Angeles Knight Riders and embark on this thrilling journey together. By bringing gaming and cricket closer, we aim to create unforgettable moments and entertainment for our users and fans across the globe.”

According to a media statement from the gaming company yesterday, as part of the partnership, the Los Angeles Knight Riders’ players proudly sported Yolo247 jersey when they faced off against the Texas Super Kings in the season opener.

Owned by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the Los Angeles Knight Riders were initially unveiled in 2020 and will be based in California. Joining them in this exciting league are the Texas Super Kings, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas and Washington Freedom.

Yolo247, has already established itself as one of the leading players in the Indian online gaming industry, offering a wide array of games to its users.

Under the captaincy of Sunil Narine, the Los Angeles Knight Riders boasts an impressive roster of international cricketers, including Martin Guptill, Jason Roy, Andre Russell, Lockie Ferguson, Martin Rilee Rossouw and Adam Zampa.

Further, the team has secured the services of Unmukt Chand, the captain of India’s victorious under-19 World Cup team. Notably, Ali Khan, the first US-based cricketer to play in the IPL, is also part of the team. The esteemed coaching staff includes former West Indies all-rounder Phil Simmons, as well as international veterans Ryan Ten Doeschate and Bharat Arun.