The European Cricket Network (ECN) and the Romanian Cricket Federation have joined forces in an expanded partnership aimed at bringing more international and domestic cricket to Romania, while prioritising the development of youth cricket. This collaboration reflects the remarkable growth of the sport in the country, with the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground in Bucharest now serving as a hub for this exciting chapter in Romanian cricket.
Bucharest, Romania - 25 June 2023
The European Cricket Network (ECN) and the Romanian Cricket Federation are delighted to announce the signing of a new partnership agreement. This collaboration marks an exciting milestone for both organisations, as it paves the way for increased international and domestic cricket in Romania, while also providing significant support for the development of youth cricket.
The Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground in Bucharest, Romania, renowned as one of the finest in Europe, will serve as a hub for the anticipated surge in cricketing activities. Under the visionary leadership of Gabriel Marin, President of Cricket Romania, and Abdul Shakoor, CEO of Cricket Romania, significant progress and improvements have already been made to promote the sport within the country.
Reflecting on this momentous occasion, Daniel Weston, Founder of the ECN, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We are thrilled to expand our partnership with the Romanian Cricket Federation. This collaboration will create new avenues for cricket enthusiasts in Romania to play and witness high-quality cricket, both domestically and internationally. We believe that this partnership will be instrumental in propelling the growth of cricket in Romania to new heights."
Gabriel Marin, President of Cricket Romania, also shared his excitement, saying, "This partnership with the ECN opens up tremendous opportunities for cricket in Romania. With their support, we have witnessed remarkable growth in a short span of time. Our vision is to establish Romania as a thriving cricket nation, and this partnership will play a pivotal role in realising that vision."
Abdul Shakoor, CEO of Cricket Romania, echoed the sentiment, stating, "We are proud of the progress we have made so far, and this expanded partnership will only accelerate our efforts. Together with the ECN, we aim to provide a nurturing environment for young talent, fostering their growth and creating a sustainable cricketing future for Romania."
The ECN and Cricket Romania are united in their shared enthusiasm for this collaboration, which promises to be a catalyst for the continued rapid growth of cricket in Romania. With the number of teams in Romania increasing from four to an impressive eleven within just three years, the future looks exceedingly bright for the sport in the country.
