SpiceJet to remain principal sponsor of SunRisers Hyderabad

MUMBAI: Budget carrier SpiceJet Thursday said it is extending its contract as principal sponsor for the Indian Premier League team SunRisers Hyderabad for the second straight year.

"Throughout the duration of the tournament, Spicejet will offer free passes for the SunRisers home games in India, and merchandise to fans, as prizes through various contests that will be held during the tournament," the airline said in a statement.

Last week, Jet Airways and its partner Etihad they would together sponsor the defending champions Mumbai Indians.

The “IPL Twenty20” series is globally the most-watched in this format which sees different franchise teams participating. The teams usually have players from the national teams of different countries, auctioned and bought by prominent corporates including GMR, the Wadia Group and the UB Group. A total of eight team representing Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Rajasthan and Punjab in the 7th season.