MUMBAI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is looking to have international music acts for the third edition of the event.
On his Twitter account IPL chairman and commissioner Lalit Modi reveals that they are trying to get Akon to India. He says that with his new album, the singer should be a hit in the country. This will probably be for the opening ceremony.
He also says that for the Airtel Champions Twenty20 League that takes place later this year, the organisers are looking at bringing down Will of Black Eyed Peas. He also confirms that the IPL will have an edition in the US within the next 18 months. However it will not be a full league. The IPL will also have an online store where things like merchandise can be bought.