Merlin Group and Yuvraj Singh Launch Second Cricket Centre of Excellence in Kolkata
Merlin Group is partnering again with cricket legend Yuvraj Singh to launch the second Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence (YSCE) in Kolkata at Club Arena, Basanti Road. This multisports complex aims to provide professional cricket training and player development for young athletes in Bengal and Eastern India. The facility includes a large indoor arena and outdoor sports ground, supporting year-round training. The academy has attracted over 200 trial participants, awarding scholarships to six promising cricketers, with further trials planned.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (76/100). Lens Score 35/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 10 Sept, 12:53 pm. Other outlets followed.