Australia tour of Sri Lanka kicks off with Daraz Cup T20I series on 7th June
Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka is a much-anticipated cricketing event for the nation as it takes place after a prolonged pause of 6 years. Comprising a total of three matches, the ‘Daraz Cup’ T20I series will take place at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium and Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium on 07, 08, and 11 June 2022.
Cricket in the island nation has come a long way to become the essence that transcends all boundaries and brings Sri Lankans together to cheer in one voice for the country. As a brand committed to make a difference in the national sporting arena, Daraz is pleased to announce its role as the Title Sponsor for the upcoming Sri Lanka vs. Australia T20 International series 2022.
Commenting on the title sponsorship, Daraz Sri Lanka Managing Director Mr. Rakhil Fernando shared: “We are excited to be powering the dynamic ‘Daraz Cup’ T20 cricketing encounter between Sri Lanka and Australia that marks a significant milestone on the sporting calendar of the nation. Supporting our young and dynamic National Cricket Team and encouraging our young athletes to make great strides in international sports is now a part of our DNA. As a youth-centric brand, we consider it our duty to help build confidence in our players to bring glory to our country, especially during this phase of difficulty and turbulence.”
Over the years, Daraz has played an active role in patronizing the most loved sport in Sri Lanka, the roots of which in then Ceylon dates back to the 1800s. In the recent past, the largest online shopping destination came on board as the Official Overseas Team Sponsor of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and partnered with SLC for the England tour of Sri Lanka for 2021. It also partnered with SLC for Lanka Premier League (LPL) and was livestreaming on the Daraz App, co-sponsored the Test series of Sri Lanka tour of South Africa in 2020.
