UK based Afro-pop musician, Fuse ODG is set to thrill fans at the opening of the 9th edition of the Indian premier league set to kick off on April 9 in Mumbai.

The event which will take place at the Dome, National Sports Club of India (NSCI) on Friday night will also feature American singer, Chris brown, American dancehall reggae trio Major Lazer along with Jamaican-American recording artist Nailah Thorbourne formerly of brick and lace fame.

This will be the first time an Afro-pop artist will be performing on a major stage in India.

About 200 dancers, instrumentalists and folk artists are also expected to perform at the event.

Defending champions Mumbai Indians take on new boys Rising Pune Super giants on match day one of the Indian league’s new season.