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This assignment analyzes marketing strategy concepts as they apply to organization who organizes
sports event. Company followed one of strategic orientations with respect to revenue generation,
introduction of the sport etc. The effectiveness of marketing mix strategy variables such as pricing,
promotion and advertising in achieving the fame was also investigated. Analysis indicated that the
effectiveness of these strategies’ will lead the organization achieve their aims and objectives
This tournament will be held in the end of the year from 20th December till 28th December
consisting 6 teams, 12 matches, 2 Semifinals, Final, one champion. Location will be bayuemas
oval one of the best grounds in Malaysia. Teams have been owned by Vips and well know
celebrities. Let’s start with the brief history of cricket.
History of Cricket
The starting points of the game of cricket are lost in the fogs of time. There is a reference in the
family unit records of King Edward I in 1300 of an amusement much like cricket being played in
Kent. .
First stick was used then bat came was introduced, "bat" is an early English word that implies stick
or club
Political Factors
The political arena has huge influence upon the regulation of cricket and spending power of charm
and other games. Now a day’s political affairs are increasing in the sports. The lead member of
selection committee, selecting his state players for the team, though there are another guy is
expected for that place in team
Social/Cultural Factors
The social and cultural factors influence on games vary from country to country. It’s important
that such factors are considered. This factor is not more affecting in India. In the earlier, when
cricket was discovered, many number of families are not ready to accept this game because it’s
not our game. But today whole the situation is change. Cricket is most popular game in all over
the world.
Technological Factors
Technological is vital for competitive advantage, and is a major driver of globalization. In earlier,
there are no more safe guards for the batsmen, so it’s very tough for them and to play. But now a
day, different sports companies are providing their best safe guards for the batsmen such as,
helmeted, hand gloves, thumped, allured etc. So, its providing safety to the players and preventing
their injuries. (O.C Ferrell, 2005,2008)
Weakness
Malaysia is a multi-culture country with different types of casts between the people, so there maybe
chances that cricket will not be attracted by most of people living here because they are not having
any know how of this game, as there are also many other games in Malaysia where people take
interest.
From these circumstances, our company may also face issues regarding the capital we introduced
but we are not sure that will we get any benefit for introducing this game or we will suffer loss.
Opportunities
it will be a great facility for Malaysian local cricket players to introduce cricket in Malaysia and
due to this aspect, the scope of the cricket will improve within the country and around all ASEAN
countries. Along with this, our company MS Traders will be globally recognized as we are the first
company in Malaysia who is introducing cricket here for the very first time. Additionally, our
company will get publicity in all around the world.
Threats
MH Traders may face threats from raise of its new competitors in the market place. Along with
this, there is also one biggest threat that as nowadays peoples of all ages are showing more interest
in development of new technology, i.e. Console games, Computer games, Mobile app games etc.
Product Strategy
This event is introduced by MH traders and Malaysian Cricket Association. It is going to take
place this year 2016 and comprises the players from other countries It is a 10 over tournament. A
perfect blend of cricket & entertainment. It’s providing a stage for many youngsters to show
their performance & profitable too to Advertisers and broadcasting channels
As mentioned above our product is cricket and we want to introduce it all over Malaysia as well
as Asean Countries. here is a potential that products targeted toward players will buy sponsorship
opportunities with teams and the company
Placement /LOCATION
ESTABLISHED: 2004
Pricing Strategies
As we all known in Malaysia cricket is not important activity but as we now arranging matches in
Bayuemas oval cricket stadium that people come and see how the match going to be and how team
gathered together for playing.
Cricket is one of the best sports play over the world with international teams and from different
countries.
Our organization arrange these pricing strategies for our spectators pricing for the match
Platinum Rm 350
Gold: Rm 150
Silver: Rm70
Promotional Strategies
Our organization always comes up with some amazing events so we can promote our business
and can get famous and popular by adopting these promotional activities
our target is that celebrities also took part in this tournament so it can be more popular all
over Malaysia for e.g. In India celebrities, have bought the cricket teams so that teams are
very famous, same technique is followed by our company that the teams will be owned
Malaysian celebrities so the team will be already highlighted.
Advertisement
we will offer some great deals in the advertisement so we can attract people for example, for
the people like the one who bought the ticket first or one who will buy their team t -shirt will
get a chance to meet the celebrity or get a signed bat or ball from the celebrity. Furthermore,
we will make advertisement funny or more attractive so people will watch the advertisement
curiously for e.g. click on the link mentioned below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sej_gZ07vTA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLRb_rEvvL4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTtZJ0NZhBc
Publicity/Flash mob
To promote the event our marketing team will visit the universities and famous places like
Suria KlCC with some players and for marketing we will play in their main area for e.g. foyer
so we can attract students and will ask to play with them and after that we will offer them
tickets in discount so they can afford it
Facebook is by far the biggest social network out there. That means there is plenty of
opportunity to create conversations around your club, promote events and publish news.
By establishing a dedicated Facebook team page you give fans and followers a way of
interacting with you.
However, what can you share with your followers? Here are a few ideas:
Behind-the-scenes updates
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Conclusion and Recommendation
In distinction to our marketing plan, we are expecting a great response from the local public of the
country. People will get entertain due to innovation of this new game in the region. As most of the
majority in Malaysia are not having exposure of sports in the country, so cricket will play an
important role in this circle.
After getting success from this tournament, MH Traders is also looking forward to introduce new
sports in the country.
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References
Gerald A. Michaelson, S. W. M., 2004. Stratergies For Marketing. 1st ed. New York: Mcgraw-
Hill.
O.C Ferrell, M. d. H., 2005,2008. Marketing Stratergy 4e. 4th ed. Ohio: Thomson Soth-western.
Palmer, A., 2004. macro-enviornement. In: A. Palmer, ed. Introduction to Marketing. New York:
Oxford University Press, pp. 51-64.
Bibliography: 2016, A. (2001) The history of cricket. Where cricket started. Available at:
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Star sports. (2000). The Ashes 2015: England vs Australia. [Online Video]. 18 June 2015.
Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sej_gZ07vTA
Theme Boy. 2016. 9 Effective Marketing Ideas for Sports Teams and Sporting Events -
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ideas-sports-teams-sporting-events/.
Event Management: Strategies to Promote Your Event. 2016. Event Management: Strategies to
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Strategic Planning: Conducting a SWOT Analysis. 2016. Strategic Planning: Conducting a SWOT
Analysis. [ONLINE] Available at: http://www.leoisaac.com/planning/strat020.htm.
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Appendices
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