As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tyres and allied rubber products, MRF has a long-standing association with the game. MRF’s ‘Pace Foundation’ has earned itself the reputation of being a leading institution for developing fast bowling skills across all Test playing countries.
Commenting on the new partnership, ICC Chairman, N Srinivasan, said: “The ICC is delighted to welcome MRF on board as a Global Partner for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, through which the brand will reach consumers across the world.
“MRF is an active promoter of sport and by deciding to be associated with the ICC in challenging economic times, it has shown its faith and support in the ICC as well as its flagship event.
“Through its ‘MRF Pace Foundation’ Academy, which has seen it work alongside some of the fastest bowlers in world cricket, MRF also shares the ICC’s commitment to continuous quality improvement.
“We are excited to welcome another strong brand to our growing commercial portfolio and in welcoming MRF, we would like to thank them for their support.”
K M Mammen, Chairman & Managing Director, MRF Limited, said: “It is a historic moment for MRF. It is a matter of pride for MRF to be associated with the ICC World Cup Cricket 2015, which is considered by many to be the pinnacle of one-day cricket.
“With this association, MRF Ltd, further re-affirms their passion and commitment for the game of cricket both in the national and international arena.”
Adding to this Mr. Koshy K Varghese, Executive Vice President, MRF Limited said: “We intend leveraging this partnership to bring further awareness of MRF as a global brand.”
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 will start on Feb 14 with New Zealand taking on Sri Lanka in a day match in Christchurch, and Australia going head to head with England in a day/night match in Melbourne. Melbourne will also host the final on 29 March.
A total of 49 matches will be played across 14 venues, seven in New Zealand (Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton, Napier, Nelson and Wellington) and seven in Australia (Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney).
The format of the tournament is the same as the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, i.e. two groups of seven sides each, quarter-finals, semi-finals and final. All the knock-out stage matches will have reserve days.
Apart from the 10 Full Members, four qualifiers – Afghanistan, Ireland, Scotland and the United Arab Emirates – will take part in the tournament.
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