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Time of India
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- Business
- Time of India
MLC 2025: San Francisco Unicorns unveil star-studded investors ahead of third season
Logo of the San Francisco Unicorns, who play in USA's Major League Cricket (MLC). The San Francisco Unicorns are stepping into the 2025 season of Major League Cricket (MLC) with a major boost. The franchise have announced a marquee list of new investors, including some of the biggest names from Silicon Valley and Hollywood, underscoring the growing momentum behind cricket's rise in the United States. Among the prominent figures joining the Unicorns' investor group are Shantanu Narayen (Chairman and CEO, Adobe), Neal Mohan (CEO, YouTube), Divesh Makan (Founder and CEO, ICONIQ Capital), and actor Kunal Nayyar of The Big Bang Theory fame. The group also includes influential tech leaders such as Aditya Agarwal (former CTO, Dropbox), Neeraj Arora (former Chief Business Officer, WhatsApp), and Amit Singhal (former SVP of Search at Google), alongside institutional investors like UC Investments (University of California). Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The Unicorns' principal owners and managing partners, Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan , have deep roots in the Bay Area tech ecosystem. With prior entrepreneurial success at Junglee (acquired by Amazon) and Kosmix (acquired by Walmart), the duo are leveraging their network to build a franchise that merges the global passion for cricket with the innovation-centric culture of Silicon Valley. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Obtén audífonos premium sin pagar absolutamente nada Top Audifonos Undo MLC: Venky Harinarayan on growing cricket in the USA, AI-driven teams and the Olympic boost 'This world-class group of investors brings deep strategic expertise and a shared vision for growing the game of cricket in the Bay Area and across the United States,' said Rajaraman. 'With their support, we're building a team that reflects the global spirit of the sport and the innovation-driven culture of the Bay Area.' Kunal Nayyar, who joins as a passionate lifelong cricket fan, echoed the sentiment: 'Growing up in New Delhi, cricket has always been close to my heart. It's a game that unites people across cultures and continents. I'm proud to support the San Francisco Unicorns as they help bring world-class cricket to the US and inspire a new generation of fans.' Fixtures of the San Francisco Unicorns in MLC 2025. The Unicorns, who reached the MLC final last season, play their home matches at the historic Oakland Coliseum. The team will open their 2025 campaign on June 12, aiming to build on its early success with an exciting mix of international stars and homegrown talent. Coached by former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson , the Unicorns' squad features a mix of seasoned global players and rising prospects. Key names include Australian trio Matt Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Cooper Connolly; New Zealand's Finn Allen; England's Liam Plunkett; USA's Corey Anderson; West Indies' Romario Shepherd; and local Bay Area cricketer Sanjay Krishnamurthi.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Stelios': Greek Box Office Hit Lands North American Theatrical Release Via Firestorm Entertainment
EXCLUSIVE: After posting record box office figures in Greece, Stelios, a biopic of the revered Greek musician Stelios Kazantzidis, is heading stateside for a theatrical release via Firestorm Entertainment. Firestorm will release the flick in theaters across the U.S. and Canada from May 9th. More from Deadline Sally El Hosaini & James Krishna Floyd's TIFF & LFF Feature 'Unicorns' Gets North American Deal 'Kiss Of The Spider Woman' Dancing To North American Deal With Roadside Attractions, Lionsgate & LD Entertainment Former Studiocanal Exec Lucy Savage Among Trio Behind New Distribution Outfit Two Fresh, Company Set For EFM With Debut Title 'Stelios' Directed by Yorgos Tsemberopoulos and produced by Tanweer Productions, Stelios stars Christos Mastoras, lead singer of the band Melisses, as Kazantzidis. Since its release in Greece in December, Stelios has passed 920,000 admissions, quickly climbing the local charts to become the fourth highest-grossing Greek film of all time. The film explores Kazantzakis's unique life story, from his childhood as a Pontus refugee to his start in the music business and how he became one of Greece's most beloved artists. Best known for his tunes which mixed Greek rebetiko and laïko traditions, Kazantzakis was regarded as the voice of the people. His songs often explored themes of love, migration, and resilience. Such was his quiet yet global popularity, Frank Sinatra is often quoted to have said of Kazantzidis: 'If Stelios Kazantzidis had been in the United States, he would have had a bigger career than me.' Stelios is co-produced by Aegean Oil, Finos Film, Cosmote TV, Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center- Creative Greece, Stardust Effects, and Black Orange, with sponsorship from Custom Productions, DEI, the Greek National Tourism Organization, and the Hellenic Healthcare Group. In addition to opening in the US and Canada, Stelios is set for theatrical release in the United Kingdom (Two Fresh), Germany, Switzerland and Austria (Kinostar), the Netherlands (Kinepolis), Turkey (The Moments Entertainment), Australia (Palace Cinamas), Israel (Tulip Entertainment), with deals being set for South Africa and Central and Eastern Europe. 'Stelios Kazantzidis is not just a musician – he is a voice of resilience, hope, and passion that has defined Greek culture for generations,' Tsemberopoulos said in a statement. 'This film is a tribute to his legacy, and we are thrilled to share it with audiences around the world.' Firestorm Entertainment is the theatrical distribution label founded and run by industry veterans Amorette Jones, Evan Saxon, and Joe Garel — the distribution and marketing team behind the hit Filipino drama Hello, Love, Again. Producer Dionyssis Samiotis added: 'The overwhelming response in Greece proves the lasting impact of Stelios Kazantzidis' music. His voice spoke to the soul of the nation, and this film captures his incredible journey.' Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery How To Watch 'Wicked: Part One': Is The Film Streaming Yet? All The Songs In 'Severance' Season 2: From The Who To Ella Fitzgerald
