Canada
WCC announces a new update with licensed digital ‘Billion Cheers Jerseys’ and Urdu commentary
World’s number one mobile cricket game franchise, World Cricket Championship (WCC), has released its latest update with new offerings on the game platform for its users. WCC3 has introduced a licensed digital avatar of jerseys for its users in association with MPL sports. Favorite Jerseys like the Billion Cheers Jersey and the Retro and Training jerseys will be made available for the in-game players of the Indian team. Additionally, WCC3 has now added renowned cricket commentator, Tariq Saeed, marking the introduction of Urdu commentary in the game.
The licensed digital version of the jersey is a replica of the original which carries’ fans’ chants and cheers from iconic past matches, transformed into unique soundwave patterns. It’s a unique pattern jersey, where Indian sports fans have been memorialized on it. The shirt aptly called the ‘Billion Cheers Jersey’, honors fans’ unwavering support. The jersey comes in shades of Prussian blue and royal blue offering a bold and distinct look befitting champions.
In addition to the just-introduced Urdu commentary, WCC3 also offers multiple language commentaries including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and Kannada. The English commentary is voiced by Matthew Hayden and Isha Guha, a BCC cricket commentator. Hindi and Tamil versions are voiced by Aakash Chopra and Abhinav Mukund respectively, while the Telugu commentary is voiced by former Indian cricketer and current IPL commentator, Venkatapathy Raju. WCC3 recently added three new commentators, Anjum Chopra for Hindi, Deep Dasgupta for Bengali, and Vijay Bharadwaj for Kannada, to further cater to diverse geographies and fans.
Said Nextwave Multimedia, Co-Founder and CEO, P.R. Rajendran “With 240 million-plus users, this seems like a good opportunity to add value to our fans and the cricket community out there. We are glad to work with MPL Sports to make available the digital version of popular jerseys including the Billion Cheers and Retro among others for the in-game players. With the newly introduced Urdu language commentary, we hope to give users a treat for this season.”
Shobhit Gupta, Head of MPL Sports said, “We are excited to team up with World Cricket Championship 3, a game that is loved and played by millions of sports fans across the country. The MPL Sports Billion Cheers jersey is one of the most recognized and coveted pieces of sports apparel today. Now it will be available in an exciting digital avatar that gamers can use to flaunt their love for the sport.”
WCC3 is one of the only ‘Made in India’ esports titles and has been featured in prominent esports tournaments in the country including Penta Amateur League, Redbull M.E.O., and more. The game has also won the Indian Game Developers Conference’s ‘Studio Game of the Year’ award and Google Play Store’s ‘Users Choice’ award in 2020. WCC partners with MPL Sports to pay homage to countless cricket fans across the globe.
Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
ComeOn Group announced a significant milestone in its sportsbook expansion journey with the addition of sportsbook to their offering in Ontario following the successful acquisition of the required permits. This addition represents a strategic advancement in the Groups sportsbook growth trajectory where they are set to double its sportsbook business in the coming years.
ComeOn Group is one of 51 active operators in Ontario. The Ontario market has experienced robust growth since its launch, reaching C$6.7 billion in revenue in 2023.* By 2029, the market is forecasted to grow by a total of 29%, with 2024 expected to close with a 20% increase.
ComeOn keeps investing in its sportsbook business acceleration that is powered by its proprietary sportsbook platform and in-house risk management and trading team. As a multi product vertical operator, ComeOn is striving to give its customer base a safe and exciting entertainment destination and this approach is now expanded to their Ontario audience.
Juergen Reutter, Chief Executive Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “We are very excited about the opportunities this new milestone opens up for us. As a casino-led operator it represents a key part of our sportsbook strategy to double our business in the coming years. Like in any of our other markets, we are striving for a differentiated sportsbook entertainment experience that is powered by our in-house technology. Our goal is to deliver top-tier entertainment to our players while fostering safe and innovative gaming experiences.”
*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)
BCLC
INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT Inc., its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalization of the existing land-based network.
The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the company’s overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
INTRALOT is a leading player in a changing world of gaming. With significant experience in looking forward and anticipating emerging trends, the company provides future-proof solutions to regulated lottery and gaming operators around the world.
Canada
Relax Gaming joins forces with PointsBet to strengthen footprint in Ontario
Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has significantly enhanced its presence in the Ontario market through an agreement with leading Canadian operator, PointsBet.
This partnership reinforces Relax Gaming’s aim to become a standout provider across North America, having already gained early success in Ontario. Relax became one of the first suppliers to deliver content to the region’s players in March 2022, debuting with over 120 games across multiple operators.
PointsBet pride themselves as one of Canada’s leading operators offering unmatched speed, ease of use, and a comprehensive array of pre-game and in-play sports betting options. This is complemented by a top-tier online casino which will now be boosted with the integration of Relax’s portfolio of slots and live dealer options.
With its authentic Canadian approach, PointsBet prioritises technology that minimises external dependencies to maintain control over its platform and has a commitment to responsible gambling best practices, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all players.
Martin Stålros, CEO at Relax Gaming, said: “Since we launched in Ontario we have enjoyed tremendous success, with our content hitting the sweet spot for the broad range of players in the Canadian province. This partnership with PointsBet will strengthen our presence in the market as the region’s leading operator integrates our rich content portfolio which will engage its player base.”
Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, added: “Relax Gaming has established a strong reputation across North America and in Ontario in particular. The impressive range of content that will be integrated into our platform will increase engagement within our online platform and we are delighted to be able to provide more immersive experiences to our audiences.”
Established as one of the industry’s leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGA’s Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. Money Train 3 names the 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards amongst its 6 Slot of the Year titles, while the brand also won the award for Skill Games Supplier at the 2023 EGR B2B Awards along with the Innovation in Mobile award at the 2023 SBC Awards.
Relax Gaming provides more than 4,000 online casino games, from its high-performing proprietary slots to a significant, varied library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.
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