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The International Masters League<\/a> (IML) is set to kick off with a thrilling showdown between Sachin Tendulkar<\/a>\u2019s India Masters<\/a> and Kumar Sangakkara<\/a>\u2019s Sri Lanka Masters<\/a> on February 22. As excitement builds for this much-anticipated tournament, the league has secured a stellar roster of sponsors and partners.<\/p>\n

CIFDAQ Global and Bank of Baroda<\/a> are the platinum sponsors. Dream11<\/a> has joined as the official fantasy sports partner, while NMDC<\/a>, SAIL<\/a>, NTPC<\/a>, and Roobat have come on board as official partners. Mutual Funds Sahi Hai is the umpire partner, and Campa Cola is the pouring partner.<\/p>\n

The grand opener will rekindle memories of the iconic 2011 ICC World Cup final, where India lifted the coveted trophy in front of a packed Mumbai crowd. With key players from that unforgettable night now taking center stage in the IML, the India-Sri Lanka clash carries extra significance. Both teams will be eager to make a winning start, setting the tone for an exhilarating season ahead.<\/p>\n

Romesh Kaluwitharana of Sri Lanka Masters expressed his views on the tournament and the opening clash with India, stating, \u201cIt will be nice. I think playing in India has always been special to us. India, we call our brother. We have a special bond with the players we used to play with, especially Sachin and the rest. It’s good to be back in India and play with them. It\u2019s going to be fun.\u201d<\/p>\n

On team preparations and key players, he mentioned that the squad had been training for two days and had a good balance. He pointed out that Kumar Sangakkara would be a crucial player for Sri Lanka Masters and that the team was well-prepared to challenge India Masters. He hoped for a great match and the best team to emerge victorious.<\/p>\n

The playing conditions for IML\u2019s first season have been finalised by the Governing Council and Simon Taufel, the head of the umpires\u2019 panel. The regulations closely resemble those of other major leagues, with a few key innovations.<\/p>\n

The Free Hit rule has been modified, preventing the batting team from scoring runs if the batter is bowled or caught off a Free Hit delivery. The impact player rule, mid-over stop clock, and player reviews for wides and no-balls will not be in operation. The Decision Review System (DRS) will be available.<\/p>\n

The league will feature an elite umpiring panel. Gundappa Vishwanath will serve as the match referee, while the umpiring team will include Simon Taufel as head, along with Billy Bowden, Lyndon Hannibal, and Umesh Dubey.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe International Masters League will feature some of the greatest cricketers and competitors of all time. They will be complemented by an elite panel of officials. Cricket has always been a dynamic game and the players have been quick to react to changes in playing conditions. It will be interesting to see how the Free Hit innovation that is being introduced in the IML, will impact the matches,\u201d Simon Taufel, the head of the umpires\u2019 panel, said.<\/p>\n

The IML will be broadcast live from February 22 on JioHotstar, Colors Cineplex (SD & HD), and Colors Cineplex Superhits, starting at 7:30 PM.<\/p>\n

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