ICC Signs SNTV, Reuters and PERFORM as News Distributors

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has signed three news organisations as distributors of the ICC Champions Trophy 2013.

Sports News Television (SNTV), adiposity Reuters News and PERFORM will distribute the tournament meaning news broadcasters around the world will have access to news highlights from matches, press conferences and interviews.

Campbell Jamieson, ICC Commercial, General Manager said: “The ICC has had long-standing relationships with SNTV and Reuters News.

“We are pleased that both have agreed to continue this relationship for the ICC Champions Trophy 2013, as they have excellent distribution and global reach.

“We also welcome back PERFORM as an ICC news access licensee, following up on our agreement for the ICC World Twenty20 last year.

“These partnerships will ensure that news broadcasters and, through them, cricket fans around the world, will have access to match highlights and other event news.”

Claire Watson Global TV Sports Editor, Reuters News, added: “Interest in sports crosses geographic borders and media platforms, so it is important to us to provide action highlights across all broadcast and online platforms globally, and with the ICC deal, we can do this.”