Nium Hits a 6 with Spectacular Events at Men’s Cricket World Cup

MUMBAI - 12 October 2023 — Nium, the leader in real-time global payments, in partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) are thrilled to unveil a spectacular set of events to electrify the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 in India from 5 October to 19 November 2023.

Continuing the successful partnership, Nium and the ICC are once again poised to celebrate inclusion, change, and innovation in the world of cricket. With a focus on engaging millions of cricket enthusiasts worldwide, this year's offerings promise to be even more immersive and impactful.

Jeremiah Glodoveza, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Marketing and Communications at Nium, shared his excitement, stating, "Few sporting events bring passion and people closer together than the Cricket World Cup. Events we will host during the tournament will celebrate innovation, partnership, and leadership, both on- and off-the-pitch. We can’t wait to explore new frontiers that connect with cricket fans and friends, globally."

Nium in partnership with the ICC are delighted to unveil the following highlights for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023:

• Captain's Table 2023 - “Perfect Partners: Developing Strong Bonds Both On and Off the Pitch”: Cricket, a sport renowned for its camaraderie, thrives on partnerships forged through shared experiences both on and off the field.  At Captain's Table 2023, themed "Perfect Partners," we'll showcase some of Men’s and Women’s cricketing icons to delve into their minds, reliving pivotal moments and understanding the secrets of their partnerships. We'll also explore the ICC's efforts to expand cricket's global footprint through off-field collaborations such as a digital series that explores the principles of cricket and how it applies to success. This event is not just a tribute to the past but a celebration of the enduring spirit of partnership that drives cricket forward.
  
  
• Nium and ICC Hackathon Next In 2.0: After the tremendous success of the first Next In hackathon, Next In 2.0 will be a ground-breaking second part to the series uniting cricket with cutting-edge technologies like AI/ML, Fintech, AR/VR, and more. The winning team from the first series is working closely with the ICC to realise their fan engagement solution as a new age digital initiative catering to global audiences Next In 2.0, aims to usher in a new era of cricket innovation. In collaboration with Nium, this edition offers three exciting tracks, welcoming innovators, professionals, start-ups, and students to showcase their brilliance. Guided by industry experts and cricket legends, their innovative creations will be evaluated for a chance to win a share of the $20,000 prize pool and attract potential funding from Angel Investors & Venture Capitalists. Existing participants were given the opportunity to meet up with Nium leaders, start-up founders and investors in Singapore and Mumbai, to help guide their submissions. - Do visit www.nium.com and www.icc-cricket.com for updates on this exciting endeavour.

As the world eagerly anticipates the 2023 Men's Cricket World Cup, cricket enthusiasts and curious minds alike are encouraged to explore the numerous events and sponsorship activities Nium presents. Visit https://www.nium.com/icc  for comprehensive information on this exciting journey.