Will Zee Entertainment’s FIFA World Cup deal turn the needle for its 3.3 crore shareholders?Zee Entertainment Enterprises pulled off a surprise win by securing India's broadcast and digital rights for multiple FIFA events through 2...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
FIFA 2026 is so much more than footballThe 2026 Football World Cup is a significant economic event, contributing billions to global GDP. For India, this translates into measurabl...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
Zee puts FIFA World Cup behind paywall to grow subscriber baseZEE5 is offering dedicated FIFA World Cup subscription packs. Viewers will buy these packs directly. This strategy aims to boost ZEE5 subsc...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.08 AM IST
'Need to leave cricket behind & find sports that are relevant'Zee Entertainment is making a significant long-term bet on football. The company has secured FIFA media rights until 2034, including upcomi...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
From roaring crowds to FIFA World Cup absence: What’s holding India back from football’s biggest stage?India's FIFA World Cup aspirations remain distant. Despite widespread passion, the nation struggles to produce elite footballers. Experts p...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
IPL: RCB played in all matches that had over 400 million viewersRoyal Challengers Bengaluru's brand profile has strengthened after winning its maiden IPL title in 2025 and defending it in 2026. A recent ...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
Shah Rukh Khan nearly said no to IPL: Lalit Modi reveals the Jaipur story behind KKR’s birthLalit Modi shares how Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan was initially hesitant to buy the Kolkata Knight Riders. Khan, a football fan, doubted ...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Dear IPL, we didn't mean to fall in loveOlder cricket fans, Baby Boomers and Gen X-ers, are drawn to the IPL's excitement. They watch with a mix of nostalgia and analytical observ...
29 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
96% of Indian cricket viewers now on YouTube as digital superfans reshape sports marketing: GoogleAround the clock, Indian sports supporters are more connected than ever. YouTube stands out as a pivotal platform for sports engagement, wi...
28 May, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
The enigmatic Riyan Parag tides over trolls, injury, patchy form to justify RR's captaincy choiceRiyan Parag has led Rajasthan Royals to an IPL playoff berth. Despite past criticism and recent challenges, his batting and captaincy have ...
26 May, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
JioStar losses weigh less on Disney as India JV performance improvesWalt Disney Company's stake in its India joint venture with Reliance Industries JioStar shows reduced losses. The March 2026 quarter saw a ...
25 May, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Cricket fandom is already digital. Fan tokens could be the next movThink of these tokens as digital exclusive membership passes. Fans could buy them through Socios and unlock experiences tied to their favou...
25 May, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
For both the compulsive trader and careful investor: 25 stocks to watch if risk appetite returns; some with upside potential, some notIf the price of crude oil softens, Indian equities may again see a risk-on phase. Tariff concerns are no longer the central issue; the larg...
24 May, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
IPL may become the GOAT of sports world; League sees sharp rise in valuations on record media rights deals, deep-pocketed sponsorsIPL franchise values are soaring, projected to hit $15 billion by 2032. This growth rivals top European football clubs. Record media rights...
22 May, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
No broadcaster for World Cup? What FIFA’s India standoff could really costAs FIFA gears up for the 2026 World Cup, it encounters a broadcasting conundrum in India. Following a surge in online viewership during the...
18 May, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
20-30 percent increase in IPL media rights won't be surprising: Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit BurmanAs IPL franchise valuations skyrocket, they are aligning with the elite global sports leagues, signaling a promising shift in the landscape...
16 May, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
TATA IPL 2026 clocks record 1.1 billion reach across TV and digital platforms: JioStarTATA IPL 2026 has achieved a record 1.1 billion viewers across TV and digital platforms. Audience engagement is growing steadily. Digital r...
15 May, 2026, 12.35 PM IST