FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 2, 2024
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas – RS3 Strategic Hospitality, a leading provider of premium hospitality services, is proud to announce its partnership with Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) to become the official hospitality partner for Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium. This strategic partnership aims to redefine the spectator experience at the state-of-the-art stadium and set new standards for excellence in hospitality within the realm of professional cricket.
"We're thrilled to have RS3 bring their expertise to our one-of-a-kind cricket stadium,” said Vijay Srinivasan, CEO Cognizant Major League Cricket. “It's fitting to have high-quality food and drinks in the stands paired with high-quality cricket on the field to create the perfect fan experience."
As part of this partnership, RS3 Strategic Hospitality will leverage its expertise in delivering unparalleled +1 hospitality services to elevate the spectator experience at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium. From premium dining experiences to signature storefronts serving fan favorites, RS3 Strategic Hospitality is committed to providing world-class hospitality that complements the excitement of cricket matches hosted at the venue.
The partnership between RS3 Strategic Hospitality and MLC comes ahead of the highly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will feature four group stage matches at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium. The schedule for these matches is as follows:
- United States vs. Canada | Saturday, June 1
- Netherlands vs. Nepal | Tuesday, June 4
- United States vs. Pakistan | Thursday, June 6
- Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh | Friday, June 7
Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium underwent extensive renovations to become a world-class cricket facility prior to the inaugural MLC season in 2023. The transformation marked a significant step in the development of cricket in the United States, providing a dedicated venue for the sport in the region and a home for MLC franchise, the Texas Super Kings.
“Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium represents the pinnacle of sporting excellence, and we’re excited to bring our signature +1 hospitality to this remarkable venue," said Jay Kudla, President of RS3 Strategic Hospitality. “We are passionate about curating unforgettable experiences, which we have the privilege of now showcasing to the global stage at this year’s highly anticipated World Cup.”
No stranger to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, RS3 Strategic Hospitality provides food and beverage operations at the Dallas Stars’ 6,000-seat Comerica Center, Riders Field, home of the Frisco RoughRiders (Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers), and Choctaw Stadium and El Tiempo Restaurant in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District. The unparalleled success of RS3 Strategic Hospitality in sports and entertainment begins at the top with Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, former Houston Astros minority owner Don Sanders and Ryan Sanders Sports & Entertainment CEO Reid Ryan at the helm.
By combining world-famous Texas hospitality with the legendary Ryan Sanders brand of excellence, RS3 Strategic Hospitality will take the fan experience at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium to new heights. For more information about RS3 Strategic Hospitality, visit RS3Culinary.com.
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About RS3 Strategic Hospitality
RS3 Strategic Hospitality is a premier food & beverage provider committed to delivering unexpected +1 hospitality that creates memorable experiences and lasting impressions in partnership with its expanding list of world-class venues. Led by a primary ownership group that includes Nolan Ryan and his sons Reid (CEO) and Reese, and Houston businessman Don Sanders and his sons, Bret and Brad, RS3 Strategic Hospitality provides services for Dell Diamond and United Heritage Center (Round Rock, TX), Choctaw Stadium and El Tiempo Restaurant (Arlington, TX), Comerica Center and Riders Field (Frisco, TX), Blue Wahoos Stadium (Pensacola, FL), H-E-B Center (Cedar Park, TX), Rodeo Austin, Jimmy Clay Golf Course and Roy Kizer Golf Course (Austin, TX), and the All American Cup and San Antonio International tennis tournaments, as well as various consulting services for countless other venues.
About Cognizant Major League Cricket
Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) is the first professional Twenty20 cricket championship in the United States. Sanctioned by the International Cricket Council, MLC showcases superstar players from around the globe, bringing world-class T20 cricket to America. MLC's transformative first season took place in the summer of 2023 and featured six teams: the Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings and the Washington Freedom.
