Dubai, 7th December 2024: ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited, the official broadcaster of DP World International League T20, is all set to kick off the highly anticipated third edition of the tournament on January 11, 2025, featuring West Indies star Nicholas Pooran, who led MI Emirates to glory in the previous season. As MI Emirates prepare to get their title defence underway on Saturday, 11 January in Dubai, Pooran is set to bring his brilliance back to the field. The tournament’s growing reputation for competitiveness and its role as a platform for UAE players to develop have captured the attention of cricket fans globally.

Sharing his thoughts on the season ahead, Pooran remarked, “It’s nice to be back for the third season of the DP World ILT20. We’re really looking forward to this season. We’re hoping to do our best again this year and try to retain the title, but there’s a lot of hard work ahead for me and the team to make that happen.”

Reflecting on the competition’s intensity, the explosive left-hander added, “Each year, I feel the quality of the tournament keeps improving. The DP World ILT20 is doing a better job every single year. I think competitiveness is important and it feels like international cricket with nine overseas players and two UAE guys.”

Commenting on the upcoming tournament, Ashish Sehgal, Chief Growth Officer – Digital & Broadcast Revenue, Zee Entertainment Enterprise Limited said, “At Zee Entertainment, we are thrilled with the return of third edition of DP World ILT20 and the return of Nicholas Pooran adds immense value to the new edition. Pooran had a memorable tournament last year and we are confident that he will continue his tremendous form to provide more thrill and excitement for fans who are awaiting the return of famous stars for the new season. Through the month-long tournament, we will be offering an innovative and immersive experience for cricket fans across the globe. Building on the excellent response of last season, we aim to continue the momentum in broadcasting excellence and fan engagement. We are confident that the tournament will meet the expectations of the fans.”

As the second highest run scorer last season, Pooran struck 31 sixes, amassing 354 runs in ten innings at an enviable average of 50.57 and a strike rate of 170. On replicating his performance in the new campaign, he opined, “It’s obviously challenging. Every year, every competition brings new challenges. Going into this season, preparation begins over the Christmas period. I’m working on getting my body back in shape, hitting a lot of balls, and getting my mind in the right place. When January comes, hopefully, I’ll have some luck on my side. You play each game on its merit—every game is a new opportunity, and it’s about doing what the team needs. So, let’s see how the new season goes.”

Signing off with a message to the fans, the 29-year-old expressed his gratitude, saying, “We have passionate fans, not just here but in India and across the world. Hopefully, we can keep putting smiles on their faces and bring more titles to them.”

Cricket fans can watch this action-packed event on ZEE’s most widely distributed and viewed 15 linear TV channels: &Pictures SD, &Pictures HD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Anmol Cinema 2, Zee Action, Zee Biskope, Zee Zest SD, Zee Cinemalu HD, Zee Telugu HD, Zee Thirai, Zee Tamil HD, Zee Kannada HD, Zee Zest HD, &Flix SD, &Flix HD and free to view on one of India’s leading OTT platform – ZEE5. The syndicate broadcast partners around the world will be announced in the coming days.

Through the tournament, Zee Entertainment is aiming for an even larger audience in its third season, targeting 230-million viewers. The strategies being employed to increase its footprints are multifaceted, focusing on the Indian market, which includes cricket lovers, advertisers, and the addition of South Indian channels.

Earlier this year, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) reported that the league’s second season reached 221 million viewers. The channel’s extensive distribution strategy ensured widespread accessibility in India and across the globe. With a notable 46% share of female viewership and 55% share of youth viewership, the league’s broad appeal in India underscores its status.

Chandigarh, 7th December 2024: TVS NTORQ proudly announces the successful completion of the iconic Golden Quadrilateral expedition, breaking the record by 17 hours ahead of previously recorded time. Covering 5818 kilometres in 143 hours, this journey highlighted the scooter’s unmatched engineering, performance, and resilience. The dynamic TVS Racing duo, Syed Asif Ali and Shamim Khan spearheaded this incredible achievement, making history on India’s most prominent highway network.

The expedition began on November 23, 2024 in Mumbai, connecting the major cities of Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Kanpur, Varanasi, Bhubaneshwar, Vijayawada, and Vizag. Traversing diverse terrains, dynamic weather, and challenging landscapes, the TVS NTORQ demonstrated its ability to maintain an average speed nearly 10% higher than usual. This remarkable feat underscores the scooter’s adaptability, durability, and cutting-edge innovation.

Speaking about the achievement, Mr. Aniruddha Haldar, Senior Vice President — Head Commuter Business and Head Corporate Brand & Media, TVS Motor Company, said, “This journey across the Golden Quadrilateral showcases the capabilities and adventurous spirit of the TVS NTORQ. With TVS Racers leading this expedition, we are excited to highlight what makes the TVS NTORQ a true game-changer for riders. This achievement not only emphasizes the scooter’s unmatched reliability, performance and design but also reflects TVS Motor’s commitment to delivering exhilarating and versatile mobility experiences. The team successfully completed the Golden Quadrilateral in record time, setting a new benchmark for performance. The TVS NTORQ is designed to inspire and empower riders to explore new limits.”

The TVS NTORQ, powered by its robust 124.8cc three-valve engine, delivers 10.2 PS at 7,000 RPM and 10.9 Nm of torque at 5,500 RPM. Beyond performance, its advanced features, including Bluetooth connectivity, a fully digital instrument cluster, and dual ride modes ensure practicality and cutting-edge innovation for today’s riders.

This expedition is more than just a test of endurance, it symbolizes TVS NTORQ’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of mobility and innovation. By inspiring a new generation of explorers and enthusiasts, the Golden Quadrilateral expedition reinforces the TVS NTORQ as the ultimate partner for adventure, performance, and style.

Chandigarh, 7th December 2024: TVS Motor Company (TVSM) – a leading global automaker operating in the two and three-wheeler segment – unveiled its next-gen TVS RT-XD4 engine platform on Day 1 of TVS MotoSoul 4.0. The TVS RT-XD4 is a new, transformative innovation that takes inspiration from the company’s racing heritage over decades. The platform delivers thrilling performance, unmatched refinement and precision, for a very comfortable ride.

Announcing the new engine platform, Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company, said, “the TVS RT-XD4 is a major milestone, the result of our focus on creating unique, compelling, TVS-kind of riding experience. Conceptualised, designed and developed in-house, at our R&D Centre in Hosur, the TVS RT-XD4 is a demonstration of our engineering and research capability. Over the last several years, TVSM has been setting benchmarks in riding excellence, made possible by decades of exposure to the race track, extensive user insights, ahead-of-the-curve investments, and robust tech and digital capability. We will continue to bring about mobility solutions that can transform the quality of life of people across the world.”

The TVS RT-XD4 engine platform delivers racing thrill via 4 Dual Technologies :

· Dual Overhead Cams with downdraft port that delivers high revs and superior peak performance

· Dual oil pump with split chamber crankcase that delivers optimum lubrication and all-range torque.

· Dual cooling jacket cylinder head with water jacket on top and oil jacket below that further increases cooling, to increase performance output.

· Dual breather system that effectively prevents oil contamination and reduces oil consumption, for consistent performance over long duration.

The engine comes with other features for refined performance and rider comfort:

1. Plasma spray-coating

2. Superior thermal/heat management

3. High inertia shell bearing crankshaft

4. Helical gear driven balancer system

This new-gen platform delivers high efficiency, while supporting ethanol-blended fuels, reduced emissions, and enhanced reliability.

Key Features of the TVS RT-XD4 300 Engine: the first engine on the new platform.

· Displacement: 299.1 cc, single-cylinder, forward-inclined engine

· Power Output: 35 PS @ 9,000 rpm, with 28.5 Nm torque @ 7,000 rpm

· Cooling System: Liquid-cooled with dual cooling (water and oil jackets)

· 6 Speed gear box

· Ride-by-wire throttle system

· Assist and Slipper clutch

Day 1 of TVS MotoSoul 4.0: A day of unique experiences, adventure and Records.

Day 1 of TVS MotoSoul 4.0 was a thrilling showcase of creativity, community, camaraderie and a celebration of engineering excellence. Custom motorcycle builds took center stage, with three extraordinary creations based on the TVS Apache RTR 310 and TVS RONIN, crafted in collaboration with Smoked Garage (Indonesia) and TVS Motor Factory Team (India). Dirt Track Races, Stunt Competitions, Obstacle Races, Slow Bike Races and Flat Track Training sessions kept the riders engrossed. The creatively inclined, gravitated more towards the center stage to see artist performances, moto-art booths, caricatures and tattoo art, push-up competitions, game rooms and musical performances.

Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company said, “TVS MotoSoul 4.0 is a celebration of everything we stand for, as a premium motorcycle brand — creativity, innovation, and the rider spirit. Aside of our revolutionary performance engine platform that we unveiled, this year’s event also marks the assimilation of different cultures, biker communities and varied art forms. The showcase of custom motorcycles from some of the best builders in the industry, is a personal favourite. With captivating activities, thrilling racing formats, and electrifying performances, MotoSoul 4.0 sets the standard for motorcycling events.”

Adding to the excitement, TVS Motosoul 4.0 celebrated a record-breaking 6,300-kilometer ride on the Golden Quadrilateral, atop the TVS NTORQ. Two accomplished riders – Syed Asif Ali and Shamin Khan – now have recognition from the Asia Book of Records for achieving the feat.

The day was packed with dynamic experiences, including panel discussions, freestyle acts, interactive zones, and electrifying performances by Kalamkaar and DJs Akthar & Clement, setting the tone for the festival.