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MUMBAI: The Elite Football League of India has roped in Fox SportsCenter?s (ESPN SportsCenter) anchor Kevin
Negandhi to join the Board of Directors of the EFLI.
Negandhi will advise the league with regard to broadcasting issues and opportunities.
EFLI CEO Richard Whelan said, "Having a broadcaster of Kevin?s caliber joining our growing ELFI team - which includes Ron Jaworski, Mike Ditka, Michael Irvin, Kurt Warner, and Brandon Chillar - further confirms our belief in the future success of the league. Kevin?s commitment as a Director and knowledge as an advisor will be invaluable in guiding the EFLI as we continue to grow and gain momentum."
Kevin Negandhi is the first ESPN SportsCenter anchor of Indian descent. The award-winning sports journalist anchors multiple ESPN shows in addition to SportsCenter, including Baseball Tonight, College Basketball Final, College Football Live, ESPNews, First Take and NFL Live. His favorite sport is football. His favorite team is the Philadelphia Eagles.
"I have always dreamed of seeing American style football played in India," said Negandhi. "With the continued growth of the economy in India and the passion the country has for sports, bringing American football to this new fan base will be an energizing experience."
The Elite Football League of India?s second season will kick off ?Live? in November of 2013 and conclude in February of 2014 with a total of eight teams consisting of Indian player and coaches trained by Americans.
