An Indo-U.S. Cricket esports Competition was conducted to celebrate the growing trade ties between the two countries. The event was live-streamed on April 8. Sixteen players from India and U.S. competed on mobile cricket gaming platform, ‘Real Cricket ’20’, in a five-over format. In a surprise result, the U.S. finalist beat the Indian player by 13 runs. “Creative industry has influenced markets across the globe and esports and online gaming is a great such opportunity to build resilience. The Dept of commerce would like to invite investments, American businesses and trade partnerships in this arena.
