Cricket meets tech! TCS joins European T20 Premier League in major digital push

The European T20 Premier League (ETPL) has announced Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting and business solutions, as its Digital Transformation Partner in a multi-year agreement.

Through this partnership, ETPL and TCS will collaborate to shape an AI-powered digital ecosystem that enhances the experience for fans, players, commercial partners and stakeholders.

Together, ETPL and TCS will work to create a connected digital ecosystem that enhances every aspect of the league- from fan engagement and commercial partnerships to player development and grassroots cricket - through AI, data and emerging technologies.

The collaboration reinforces ETPL’s commitment to launching Europe’s first ICC-sanctioned franchise T20 league on a foundation of advanced technology, while building a year-round digital community to drive long-term growth. Scheduled from 26 August to 20 September 2026, ETPL will feature six city-based franchises representing Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands, with matches played in Voorburg, Netherlands, and Malahide, Ireland.

As the Digital Transformation Partner, TCS will support ETPL’s digital ambitions across fan engagement, ticketing, live match experiences, personalized content and the league’s digital platforms, while creating richer opportunities for commercial partners through data-driven insights and digital innovation.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to using technology to shape the future of cricket in Europe. As ETPL grows, both organizations will continue to explore how artificial intelligence, data analytics and emerging technologies can elevate fan engagement, strengthen commercial opportunities and create new digital experiences that support the league's long-term vision.

Saurav Banerjee, Co-Founder, European T20 Premier League (ETPL), said: "The European T20 Premier League has been built with the ambition of creating a modern, globally relevant sporting property from day one. Technology is one of the defining pillars of ETPL, shaping how we engage fans, create value for our partners and innovate as we grow. We are delighted to welcome TCS as our Digital Transformation Partner. Their global expertise and commitment to innovation make them an ideal partner as we build the future of cricket in Europe together."

Vinay Singhvi, Head of UK and Ireland, TCS, said: "Cricket is entering a new era of fan engagement, where technology is reshaping how audiences experience the sport across an ever-expanding range of platforms. Our partnership with the European T20 Premier League gives us a unique opportunity to bring TCS’s AI-powered solutions for this initiative. We continue to invest in UK & Ireland and are contributing towards building healthier futures and lifestyles through Sports."

Girish Ramachandran, President, TCS Growth Markets, added: "Our partnership with ETPL represents an important milestone in TCS' growing focus on the sports sector, building on our work across marathons, e-Prix events and more recent sports technology partnerships in the UK. We believe cricket is a powerful cultural force that brings together communities, families and fans, and ETPL presents an exciting opportunity to help grow the game across Europe through technology and innovation."

Priyanka Kaul, Co-Founder, European T20 Premier League (ETPL), said: “Technology sits at the heart of modern sports marketing. It enables leagues to better understand their audiences, create richer fan experiences and deliver greater value for commercial partners. TCS is the ideal partner to help us build an innovative, digital-first and future-ready sports property.”