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
Sooryavanshi’s catch! Brands set tight field as endorsement race heats up after IPL breakoutThe spotlight shines brightly on young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is rapidly becoming a sought-after name in the sports world. Cor...
02 Jun, 2026, 08.38 AM IST
From $22 billion to zero: Success, not failure, brought Byju downByju's, once a $22 billion edtech giant, has collapsed. Founder Byju Raveendran faces jail for contempt. The company's downfall stems from ...
27 May, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Football emerges as India’s second-most popular sport after Cricket: NielsenFootball is now India's second-most popular sport among adults, trailing only cricket, according to new Nielsen research. The sport's popul...
27 May, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
Zee nears deal to bag India media rights for 2026 FIFA World Cup after JioStar exits raceZee Entertainment Enterprises is close to securing the broadcast and streaming rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in India. JioStar has wit...
27 May, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
From billionaire to jail: Why Byju Raveendran is facing prison and how $22B startup with SRK & Messi as ambassadors crashedByju's founder Byju Raveendran has been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court for contempt of court. The court cited his dis...
27 May, 2026, 11.33 AM 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
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
A nation of sporting moments, not yet a sporting cultureIndia celebrates sports in flashes, with non-cricket athletes often struggling for recognition and financial security. Despite government s...
20 May, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeoverBrandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second...
20 May, 2026, 11.38 AM 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
FIFA may have to bend its expectations for media deals in IndiaFIFA faces challenges selling 2026 World Cup media rights in India, with expected valuations significantly lower than initial projections. ...
08 May, 2026, 06.57 AM IST
Big-budget campaigns show how AI companies are racing for relevance in IndiaAI giants are making a big splash in India. ChatGPT and Google Gemini are using TV and billboards to show how AI can solve everyday problem...
06 May, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
India’s sports boom is just getting startedIndia is a major sports market, with cricket leading the way. The nation's sports economy is rapidly expanding. The focus now shifts to bro...
30 Apr, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
Legacy brands storm back into cricket sponsorship after RMG ban, D2C retreatEstablished Indian brands are making a strong comeback in cricket sponsorships. This shift follows the withdrawal of fantasy gaming and tec...
27 Nov, 2025, 09.27 AM IST
Dream 11 out, BCCI hunts for next big hitterThe Board of Control for Cricket in India aims to secure ₹452 crore via front-of-jersey sponsorship. This follows Dream 11's exit due to go...
30 Aug, 2025, 12.56 PM IST
Sports sponsorship in India up by 12 per cent last yearAccording to a report sports sponsorship grew by 12.3% last year to Rs. 51,854 mn in the country and even as cricket continues to be the bi...
06 Apr, 2016, 04.16 PM IST