Hexaware Announces Official Partnership with Dublin Guardians

Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), an AI‑first digital and IT services firm, issued a press release on September 1, 2026 stating that it has become the Official Partner of the Dublin Guardians for the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The sponsorship extends Hexaware’s association with franchise cricket into Europe, where the company already operates and is building local teams and capabilities.

European T20 Premier League Overview

The ETPL is the first ICC‑sanctioned T20 league in mainland Europe, launching on August 26, 2026 with six city‑based teams representing Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands. The tournament runs until September 20, 2026. It began in the Netherlands and will move to Malahide in Dublin on September 9, 2026. The league aims to provide European players greater professional opportunities alongside established international cricketers.

Key Stakeholders and Quotes

  • Franchise Ownership: Former India captain Rahul Dravid is among the owners of the Dublin Guardians.
  • Team Leadership: The side is captained and mentored by Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s second‑highest wicket‑taker in Test cricket.
  • Hexaware Executive Comment: Parameshwaran Iyer, Executive Vice President and Head – UK and Europe at Hexaware, said, “The opportunity to support local talent is an important part of what appealed to us. The ETPL can give more players across Europe the chance to compete at a higher level and help strengthen the game from the grassroots up.”
  • Dublin Guardians Chairman Comment: Rahul Dravid, Chairman of the Dublin Guardians, welcomed Hexaware, noting the alignment of values such as teamwork, ambition and excellence.
  • Dublin Guardians CEO Comment: Ajit Ravindran, CEO of the Dublin Guardians, highlighted Hexaware’s focus on building local capability in the markets where it operates as a strong complement to the team’s objectives.

Prior Cricket Sponsorships

The partnership follows Hexaware’s earlier association with the San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket in the United States, marking the company’s first foray into franchise cricket sponsorship.

Organisers and Governance

The ETPL is organized jointly by Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association.

Additional Information

For further details on the Dublin Guardians and the ETPL, the release directs readers to https://www.etplofficial.com/teams/dg.

About Hexaware

Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company that helps enterprises achieve digital transformation at scale and speed. It operates worldwide, delivering services that span building, transforming, running and optimizing technology and business processes.