MPL is a three-year-old company that connects game publishers with players on its app platform. Users in India, Indonesia and the U.S. can access dozens of free titles - ranging from sudoku, speed chess and puzzles to shooting, fantasy and strategy games - and participate in gaming contests and prize money tournaments. Its motto: earn money and get famous by playing mobile games.

Legatum CEO and new MPL board member, Mark Stoleson, said: "At Legatum we make long-term investments and work with companies that create long term value. MPL, with its incredible growth trajectory is one of those companies and we are delighted to support Shubh and Sai, and their incredible team. With a top-class gaming experience for users, unmatched distribution for developers and a commitment to building a company with the best global talent and a winning culture, I look forward to working with MPL as it goes from strength to strength to become the world’s leading esports and skill gaming platform."