# Hitwicket Gets Deadlier at Death Overs: Champion Character & Global Chat Revamp Are Live

URL: https://technosports.co.in/hitwicket-gets-deadlier-at-death-overs/  
Published: 2026-06-12  
Updated: 2026-06-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

**Metasports Interactive** has rolled out a major new update for [Hitwicket](https://technosports.co.in/tag/hitwicket/), India’s leading cricket multiplayer title, introducing a powerful new playable character and a fully revamped social system. The update is live now across all platforms.

## Meet Champion — Hitwicket Death-Over Specialist

The star of this update is **Champion**, a Caribbean fast bowler built exclusively for the pressure cooker of the final overs. He’s not a general-purpose pick — he’s a specialist, and his ability kit makes that very clear.

| Ability | Type | Effect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Firstblood | Special Ability | Any shot below 70% probability = instant wicket |
| Death Specialist | Trait | +4200 power when bowling in the last 2 overs |
| Redshift | Trait | Replaces green balls with red ones in the last 2 overs (50% chance for double) |
| Death Grip | Trait | Caps 4 & 6 shot probability at 39% against red balls |

Champion will be available via an **Exclusive Player Box**. His design rewards players who read match situations carefully and deploy abilities at the right moment — adding a deeper tactical dimension to [Hitwicket’s competitive gameplay](https://technosports.co.in/category/esports/).

Death-over bowling in cricket is one of the most high-pressure skills in the sport — learn more about [cricket’s unique gameplay formats on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cricket).

![Hitwicket](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Hitwicket-Press-Information-note-Image-2.png)

## Global Chat Gets a Complete Overhaul

Beyond Champion, Metasports Interactive has rebuilt the **Global Chat** from the ground up. The goal: make it easier to connect, cooperate, and grow your alliance within the game’s 18-million-strong community.

**What’s new in Global Chat:**

- Send instant co-op match requests directly from chat
- Add friends without leaving the chat window
- Request to join or invite players to Alliances in real time
- Use custom messages and emojis for richer conversations

The revamp positions Hitwicket not just as a game, but as a **community platform** for cricket fans across 109 countries.

## About Hitwicket & Metasports Interactive

Launched in 2020, Hitwicket has grown to **18 million players across 109 countries** and is backed by Prime Venture Partners, Horizon Ventures (Singapore), and cricket commentator **Harsha Bhogle**. The studio recently secured $20 million in user acquisition funding from London-based Metica, signalling serious global ambitions.

## FAQs

### **Q: How do I get the Champion character in Hitwicket?**

Champion is available through an Exclusive Player Box in-game — keep an eye on the store for availability windows.

### **Q: What platforms is the Hitwicket update available on?**

The update is live now across all platforms supported by Hitwicket.