ETPL Announces Glasgow Franchise ‘Glasgow Mugafians’; Chris Gayle Joins as Co-Owner Alongside Mugafi Group
Abhishek Bachchan-led league expands European footprint as Scotland franchise is acquired by Tansha Batra with Mugafi Group as founding partner
POSTED BY:- Poonam S. Juthani
DT:-22/04/2026
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Mumbai, April 20, 2026:
The (ETPL), Europe’s first ICC-sanctioned T20 franchise league, has announced its Glasgow-based franchise, the Glasgow Mugafians, representing Scotland. The team is backed by the as founding partner and is owned by , with West Indies legend joining as Co-Owner and Global Brand Ambassador.
The Mugafi Group, founded by , will support the franchise through its commercial, content, and digital capabilities, aiming to build a globally relevant cricketing brand.
The inaugural edition of the ETPL is scheduled from August 26 to September 20, 2026, and will feature six franchises competing across Glasgow, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, and Rotterdam in a total of 33 matches.
Speaking about the Glasgow franchise, , Co-owner of ETPL, said, “We are delighted to welcome the Mugafi Group and Chris Gayle to this journey. Europe represents one of the most exciting frontiers for cricket, with immense untapped potential. Through ETPL, we are not just building a league but creating a platform to unlock talent, connect markets, and establish Europe as a new centre for the global game.”
Commenting on the acquisition, Vipul Agrawal said, “Cricket today is one of the largest audience-driven sports globally. The opportunity to build a founding-position franchise in Europe’s first ICC-sanctioned league, alongside someone like Chris Gayle and in a city like Glasgow, makes this a significant long-term asset. Mugafi’s focus is on building enduring intellectual property, and this aligns perfectly with that vision.”
Owner Tansha Batra emphasized the cultural and sporting significance of the initiative, stating, “Cricket has always existed in Scotland across communities and clubs. What we are building through Glasgow Mugafians is a professional platform that brings visibility and structure to that ecosystem. This franchise aims to take Scotland’s cricketing story to a global audience.”
Chris Gayle added, “Becoming co-owner of Glasgow Mugafians is an exciting new chapter for me. Having played across global franchise leagues, I see tremendous potential in ETPL. Europe represents cricket’s final frontier, and this league can help identify and nurture talent while expanding the sport’s reach.”
The ETPL has already attracted prominent global sporting names across its franchises. The Amsterdam team is backed by Australian cricket legend and hockey icon , with as captain. Belfast is co-owned by , while Edinburgh is supported by New Zealand internationals and , with leading the side. The addition of Glasgow Mugafians further strengthens the league’s growing international portfolio.
The ETPL is a joint venture between and . It is co-founded and co-owned by Abhishek Bachchan, , , and . The league is being developed in partnership with and the .
With its inaugural season approaching, ETPL aims to establish a strong foundation for cricket in Europe by combining global talent, strategic partnerships, and a multi-city competitive format.
About Mugafi Group
Mugafi Group is a media, entertainment, and IP platform founded by Vipul Agrawal. The company focuses on building and backing intellectual properties across content, technology, and sport.
About Glasgow Mugafians
Glasgow Mugafians is Scotland’s first professional cricket franchise competing in the European T20 Premier League. The team is owned by Tansha Batra, with Chris Gayle as Co-Owner and Global Brand Ambassador, and is backed by Mugafi Group. Its institutional partner is Cricket Scotland.
About European T20 Premier League (ETPL)
The European T20 Premier League is the first ICC-sanctioned T20 franchise league in Europe. Supported by Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland, and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association, the league will host its inaugural season from August 26 to September 20, 2026, featuring six franchises across major European cities.
