<p>America’s Major League Cricket has exploded onto the global cricket scene. </p><p>And one of its most fascinating franchises is the San Francisco Unicorns.</p><p>Led by Head Coach Shane Watson and a star-studded squad including Pat Cummins, Haris Rauf and Finn Allen, they were the runners-up in the 2024 tournament. </p><p>They’ve also created a unique brand and culture. </p><p>On this episode we’re joined by the team’s co-owners, Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan – two incredibly successful Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, lifelong business partners, and cricket fans who decided to embark on a sports adventure.</p><p>They share insights with us on their approach to ownership including, giving Shane Watson his first ever coaching gig,</p><p>Their data driven approach to building the team,</p><p>The Unicorns’ unique name and branding,</p><p>And their special partnership with Cricket Victoria in Australia,</p><p>And so much more. </p><p><strong>ABOUT CRICEXEC</strong></p><p>Cricket’s only trade publication. We cover the industry off the field -- the people, organizations, and deals that drive the sport.</p><p>To read the latest industry news: https://www.cricexec.com</p><p>Subscribe to us on YouTube to get more great content!</p><p>Follow us on all other social platforms: @cricexec</p><p>Subscribe to our free "daily briefing" newsletter, delivered every weekday and read by top executives throughout the industry: https://www.cricexec.com/subscribe/</p>