Cricket Takes Center Stage at Times Square: A Historic First
Cricket made its historic debut at Times Square as part of India Day celebrations orchestrated by Cricmax Connect and FIA. The event, featuring cricket matches and festivities, highlighted the sport's growing presence in America, with support from prominent figures and the community.
In an unprecedented event, cricket transformed Times Square into a vibrant sports field during India's Independence Day celebrations. The festivities, organized by Cricmax Connect and the Federation of Indian Associations, kicked off on August 15, 2025, with a ceremony at the Consulate General of India.
Celebrations peaked on the following days with Indian star Vijay Deverakonda leading a spirited flag hoisting at Times Square, alongside cricket players who highlighted the game's rising popularity in the U.S. The historic moment of staging a cricket game at this iconic location captured significant attention, involving the community and fans alike.
The event symbolized cricket's expanding footprint in America. As Vinay Bhimjiani, CEO of Cricmax Connect, articulated, the vision is to embed cricket into America's sports culture, and the success at Times Square marks a promising milestone for the sport's future in the nation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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