ICICI Bank, ManU join hands to launch new range of cards; Denis Irwin & Quinton Fortune grace the event

An exclusive match screening event was organised at the Mumbai Cricket Association in BKC.

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(From left) Manchester United- ICICI Bank cobranded credit cards being unveiled at an exclusive match screening event by Denis Irwin, former Manchester United player, Sudipta Roy, general manager, ICICI Bank, Anup Bagchi, ED, ICICI Bank, and Quinton Fortune, former Manchester United player
Soham, an ardent Manchester United fan, was excited after the team’s thrilling victory over Burnley FC on Sunday. He was even more ecstatic as he witnessed the victorious moment live with Manchester United’s two iconic former players, Denis Irwin and Quinton Fortune, courtesy ICICI Bank.

“It is not just the win that makes me happy, but to have shared the winning moment live with two iconic former Red Devils is what makes it really memorable,” said Soham.

Like him, the winning moment brought a triumphant smile on the faces of the exuberant Manchester United fans that had gathered at an exclusive match screening event organised by ICICI Bank at the Mumbai Cricket Association in Bandra-Kurla Complex.


On the cards
ICICI Bank and Manchester United recently came together to launch a comprehensive range of cobranded credit and debit cards as a treat for the English football club’s 35-million Indian followers.

The two cobranded credit cards — Manchester United Platinum Credit Card by ICICI Bank and Manchester United Signature Credit Card by ICICI Bank — were unveiled during the half-time break.

From Earphones To Tyres: Here's What PV Sindhu Is Endorsing
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Olympic 2016 silver medallist P.V. Sindhu made India proud last month when she become the first Indian to win gold at the badminton World Championships in Basel, Switzerland.



The 24-year-old shuttler has bagged the first-ever Asian Games silver medal for India in the women’s singles badminton event of the Asiad 2018. She also won her third medal in the women's singles final of the World Badminton Championships at Glasgow, and became the first Indian to win Korea Super Series Title.



The badminton player also featured in the Forbes 2019 World’s Highest-Paid Female Athletes list last month.



However, off the court, the sportswoman has scored well when it comes to brand endorsements and deals.



Here are all the brands she has endorsed till date.

Olympic 2016 silver medallist P.V. Sindhu made India proud last month when she become the first Indian to win gold at the badminton World Championships in Basel, Switzerland.The 24-year-old shuttler ..
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PV Sindhu became PNB MetLife's brand ambassador this month. She also cheered for the youngsters at Junior Badminton Championship (JBC) Girl's Singles (U-17) organised by PNB MetLife in New Delhi.
PV Sindhu became PNB MetLife's brand ambassador this month. She also cheered for the youngsters at Junior Badminton Championship (JBC) Girl's Singles (U-17) organised by PNB MetLife in New Delhi.
Samsung Electronics Company and HARMAN International roped in PV Sindhu as brand ambassador for its new range of sports earphones in India.

The all-new JBL 'Endurance' earphones are designed for athletes and sportspersons and almost anyone who likes growing fit to their favourite tunes.
Samsung Electronics Company and HARMAN International roped in PV Sindhu as brand ambassador for its new range of sports earphones in India. The all-new JBL 'Endurance' earphones are designed for ath..
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The Olympic silver medallist became the first brand ambassador to endorse the tyre major Bridgestone India.
The Olympic silver medallist became the first brand ambassador to endorse the tyre major Bridgestone India.
Reckitt Benckiser roped in Sindhu as its brand ambassador for the pain-reliever ointment, Moov.

(Image: Facebook/@MoovIndia)
Reckitt Benckiser roped in Sindhu as its brand ambassador for the pain-reliever ointment, Moov. (Image: Facebook/@MoovIndia)
PepsiCo made Sindhu the brand ambassador for its sports based drink 'Gatorade'. Their 'SweatMore' campaign features Sindhu in a digital film, aimed at popularising the health benefits of the beverage.

(Image: Facebook/@GatoradeIndia)
PepsiCo made Sindhu the brand ambassador for its sports based drink 'Gatorade'. Their 'SweatMore' campaign features Sindhu in a digital film, aimed at popularising the health benefits of the beverage..
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The online fashion store Myntra had also roped in the badminton player for its 'End of Reason Sale' ad campaign in 2016. The ad had also featured actor Hrithik Roshan.

(Image: Youtube/@Myntra)
The online fashion store Myntra had also roped in the badminton player for its 'End of Reason Sale' ad campaign in 2016. The ad had also featured actor Hrithik Roshan. (Image: Youtube/@Myntra)
After partnering with Amazon to launch Nokia 6, the smartphone brand chose the badminton star to endorse the device.

(Image: Facebook/@NokiaIndia)
After partnering with Amazon to launch Nokia 6, the smartphone brand chose the badminton star to endorse the device. (Image: Facebook/@NokiaIndia)
Panasonic Batteries had roped in the 21-year old player for the next three years in a bid to improve the company's brand image.

(Image: Facebook/@PanasonicBatteryIndia)
Panasonic Batteries had roped in the 21-year old player for the next three years in a bid to improve the company's brand image. (Image: Facebook/@PanasonicBatteryIndia)
APIS India, a leading producer, distributor and exporter of honey under APIS Himalaya brand, roped in Sindhu as its brand ambassador in 2016.

(Image: Twitter/@Pvsindhu1)
APIS India, a leading producer, distributor and exporter of honey under APIS Himalaya brand, roped in Sindhu as its brand ambassador in 2016. (Image: Twitter/@Pvsindhu1)

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The former Red Devils took centre stage post the unveiling and spoke candidly about their time with the football team. The fans were excited to hear their stories of dressing room pranks, rigorous training schedules, their time with the former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson and so on.

The event encompassed a host of other activities that engaged the fans and ensured a fun-filled evening. The bank also organised a quiz for the audience wherein the lucky winners took home a bunch of goodies and got a chance to get some pictures clicked with the two football icons.

The benefits
The Manchester United credit cards by ICICI Bank add to the fans’ delight as they offer exclusive privileges and experiences, along with discounts on merchandise from the Manchester United online store and other affiliated partners in India.

Fans who sign up for the cards will have an opportunity to win a fully paid trip to Old Trafford, England, to watch a game, see a team training session, get signed merchandise and a Manchester United welcome gift.
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With all this and more in store, fans can add this cobranded card by ICICI Bank to their list of exclusive Manchester United offerings.
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