New Delhi, July 26: MyTeam11, one of India's leading fantasy sports platforms, was announced as the title sponsor of the upcoming tour of the Indian cricket team to the Caribbean Islands, by Cricket West Indies. The tour will now be rechristened the ‘MyTeam11 International Series' which begins in Florida, US. The tour commences on August 3, when the first of three T20Is between the two sides is scheduled for Florida and will see a total of three T20Is and One-Day Internationals (ODIs) each as well as two Test matches in a five-week period.

Commenting on the development, Dominic Warne, Commercial and Marketing Director, Cricket West Indies said, "Cricket West Indies is delighted to welcome "MyTeam11" as the title sponsor of the forthcoming ‘MyTeam11 International Series' between the West Indies and India. We know that sports fans and cricket fans in particular are exploring additional ways to grow their engagement with the sport they love." Byju's to Replace Oppo on Team India Jerseys Post India’s Tour of West Indies 2019.

MyTeam11 Brand Ambassador and former India opener Virender Sehwag said: "What makes me really proud is that MyTeam11 is the first fantasy sports company that has become the title sponsor of a cricket series. This shows their commitment towards the sport. I Congratulate MyTeam11."

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