Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan is scheduled to arrive in Ireland on March 18 in connection with the upcoming European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The visit will provide Indian nationals living in Ireland a rare opportunity to meet and interact with the film star.
Bachchan’s visit highlights his involvement with the cricket tournament as a co-owner of the ETPL, a franchise-based cricket league that has received official sanction from the International Cricket Council (ICC). The inaugural season of the tournament is set to run from July 15 to August 3, 2025.
The European T20 Premier League will feature six teams representing cricket organizations from Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands. This new competition aims to significantly elevate cricket’s profile across Europe, bringing professional T20 cricket to regions where the sport has been growing in popularity.
According to The GNN24x7, cricket enthusiasts and Bollywood fans alike are eagerly anticipating Bachchan’s arrival, which is expected to generate considerable publicity for the upcoming tournament. The actor’s involvement represents a significant crossover between Indian cinema and European cricket, potentially attracting broader interest in the sport throughout the region.
Further details about Bachchan’s schedule in Ireland and specific opportunities for public interaction are expected to be announced in the coming days by ETPL organizers.