The first ever edition of the International Masters League (IML) is all set to commence on 22 February 2025. Six teams - India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies will participate in the inaugural edition of the IML. The opening encounter of the league will be an electrifying as the two Asian rivals, India and Sri Lanka will face each other at the Navi Mumbai. Team India will be led by the God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar, whereas the Sri Lanka side will play under the leadership of one of the greatest left-handers, Kumar Sangakkara. Tendulkar expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing again with some of cricket's biggest names, which made the tournament even more special. He said: "The IML will be a celebration of cricket’s unique and enduring legacy. I can’t wait to step back onto the field with my contemporaries in a league that will be intense and competitive, with all the teams playing hard but fair." Sangakkara also shared similar thoughts: "The IML is a tribute to cricket’s timeless charm. It is a wonderful opportunity for former cricketers to relive old rivalries and reconnect with fans. I am excited to participate in this historic league alongside so many illustrious names." ๐๐ก๐ #๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐๐ก-๐ฌ๐๐ก๐๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ ๐ก๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐ง ๐๐ง๐ง๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐! ๐คฉ Block your dates ๐๏ธ, grab your snacks & get ready for an epic showdown! ๐โจCatch the action LIVE, 7:30 PM onwards โก๏ธ @DisneyPlusHS, @Colors_Cineplex & #ColorsCineplexSuperhits ๐ฒ๐บ pic.twitter.com/4chR4udqq7 — INTERNATIONAL MASTERS LEAGUE (@imlt20official) January 29, 2025 Also Read | Mumbai's Shardul Thakur Claims Hat-Trick in Ranji Trophy 2024-25 The initial five matches of the tournament will be played in Navi Mumbai before the action shifts to Rajkot for the next leg. The culminating rounds of the International Masters Leagues will be hosted by Raipur where both, the semi-finals and final will take place. Fans can enjoy these matches live on JioStar's Disney+ Hotstar online and on television through Colors Cineplex (SD & HD) and Colors Cineplex Superhits and all matches will begin at 7:30 PM IST. Jahan Mehta, Director of FSPM, said that he was pleased with the league's association with JioStar, which would bring an experience for cricket enthusiasts like never before. Jahan said: “We are thrilled and honoured to partner with JioStar for the IML. With its experience and expertise in sports broadcasting, we have no doubt that JioStar will make the league a memorable experience for cricket fans across the globe."