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Major League Baseball has named India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav as its ambassador and renewed its broadcast partnership with JioStar. The collaborations aim to grow baseball's popularity in India through fan engagement, original content and continued live coverage of MLB games across television and digital platforms.

Major League Baseball today announced a new partnership with one of India’s most dynamic cricketers, Suryakumar Yadav (SKY), who will serve as an MLB Ambassador, collaborating on fan engagement initiatives, original content, and marquee events designed to connect Indian sports fans with baseball. SKY, the 2026 T20 World Cup-winning captain, has been at the forefront of the T20 revolution across the world with his innovative and exciting batting, inspiring the new generation that has taken the sport to the next level. MLB also announced a renewal with JioStar, India's leading media and entertainment company, continuing the league's commitment to bringing live MLB games and content to fans across the country through one of the world's largest media platforms.

Together, the partnerships strengthen MLB's presence in India by combining broad media distribution with the reach and influence of one of the country's leading athletes. Whether it's a packed cricket stadium or a baseball ballpark, the most memorable moments are the ones that bring people together. Suryakumar Yadav, who is exclusively managed by RISE Worldwide, has built his career creating those moments through a fearless, expressive style of play that resonates with fans across generations.

MLB Eyes Growth In India

"India is home to one of the most vibrant sports cultures in the world, and these partnerships allow us to connect with fans in a meaningful way," said Jeremiah Yolkut, Senior Vice President, Global Operations and Events, Major League Baseball. "Suryakumar is one of the most recognised athletes in India, with an ability to connect with millions of fans across the country. Combined with our renewed partnership with JioStar, we are building a powerful foundation to further expand baseball's reach throughout the country."