JetSynthesys, a digital entertainment and technology, announced that Bollywood actor, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast Suniel Shetty has joined the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL) as Pune franchise owner for its Season 2.
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.”
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 said, “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).
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.
