The deal unites the world of cricket with the world of memorable travel stays and experiences, giving Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s 260 million members the opportunity to embrace the excitement of the game across continents and showcases Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s extensive offerings to cricket\u2019s passionate global fan base.<\/p>\n
\u201cCricket continues to grow as a global sport, with rising fan engagement worldwide and momentum,\u201d said Peggy Roe, EVP and Chief Customer Officer, Marriott International. \u201cWith more than 2 billion fans globally, we are proud to serve as the ICC\u2019s Official Accommodation Partner and look forward to delivering exclusive access and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our members who are passionate about cricket.\u201d<\/p>\n
The agreement covers all ICC Men\u2019s events over the next four years: The ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, the ICC World Test Championship Final 2027 in the United Kingdom, the ICC Men\u2019s Cricket World Cup 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, the ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup 2028 in Australia and New Zealand, the ICC World Test Championship Final 2029 in the United Kingdom and the ICC Champions Trophy 2029 in India.<\/p>\n
With a combined footprint of more than 450 properties in the markets where ICC events are held, Marriott is well positioned to host teams, fans and members travelling domestically and internationally for the games. Fans travelling to attend ICC events will be able to stay at Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s portfolio of hotels across the world and when they purchase official travel packages with ICC Travel and Tours.<\/p>\n
As one of the world\u2019s most-watched sports, cricket\u2019s global fandom is undeniable. The partnership extends Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s mission of connecting people to the passions and places they love, giving members access to exclusive ICC experiences in destinations where Marriott International operates. To deliver premium world class experiences for fans, Marriott Bonvoy and the ICC will come together to design and launch new hospitality offerings at select venues at ICC events around the world.<\/p>\n
Marriott Bonvoy will also collaborate with the ICC on curating bespoke cricket-related content, launching local activations and driving member engagement.<\/p>\n
\u201cCricket\u2019s dominance as a sport has the power to unite the fans across different countries. We\u2019re now bringing the power of Marriott Bonvoy to over two billion fans and delivering bespoke cricket experiences to our 260 million Marriott Bonvoy members. The partnership will allow us to push the boundary and deepen engagement in India, Australia, New Zealand and Sri Lanka where the love for cricket runs deep,\u201d said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific Excluding China, Marriott International.<\/p>\n
\u201cCricket has been a lifelong passion for me, and like millions of fans, I\u2019ve felt how the game brings people together across borders and generations. Partnering with the International Cricket Council allows Marriott Bonvoy to turn that shared passion into unforgettable journeys, giving our members around the world unmatched ways to experience ICC events, both on and off the pitch. As we celebrate this milestone in India today, we\u2019re excited to welcome fans to our hotels and to new, exclusive moments that bring the thrill of cricket even closer,\u201d said Satya Anand, President – Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.<\/p>\n
Mr. Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, said: \u201cWe are thrilled to welcome Marriott Bonvoy into a partnership that reflects a shared ambition to redefine how fans experience the game of cricket. By combining the global reach of our game with Marriott\u2019s portfolio of world-class destinations, we are creating a powerful platform that connects cricket and memorable travel experiences across leading cricketing nations. Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s addition as a sponsor to our portfolio also reinforces the ICC\u2019s long-term vision of working with respected global brands that go beyond visibility to deliver meaningful value to fans. Together, we see this partnership as a means of deep fan connection.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr. Sanjog Gupta, ICC CEO, said: \u201cThe ICC is committed to elevating the experiential standards of Cricket\u2019s pinnacle events. While the athletic spectacle is central to a fan\u2019s experience, the lifestyle, hospitality, travel and cultural components are essential too. We hope to leverage the partnership with Marriott Bonvoy to develop and deploy varied travel & hospitality experiences to enhance fan delight at our events and help turn moments into lifelong memories. ICC events are hosted across the world and fans cover thousands of miles to experience the allure of these cultural spectacles. Marriott Bonvoy\u2019s international footprint, customer focus and commitment to delivering elevated experiences make them a natural partner in our endeavour to grow the allure and make our fans\u2019 journeys more enriching.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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