India’s sports industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with its market size projected to grow from $27 billion in 2020 to $100 billion by 2027, as per the Ficci-Nangia Nxt Knowledge Report titled “Future of Sports in India.” This dynamic growth highlights the country’s evolving sports ecosystem, shaped by increasing commercialisation, technological advancements, and a…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a spectacle of talent, competition, and unparalleled entertainment. Yet, its auctions hold a charm of their own. The IPL 2025 auction took this to another level, smashing records as franchises invested INR 639.15 crore—the highest amount ever spent in an IPL auction. The event saw dramatic salary…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction, held recently in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has once again showcased the league’s dynamic nature, marked by record-breaking bids, surprising selections, and the return of iconic players. This year’s auction not only highlighted the financial muscle of the franchises but also underscored the evolving strategies teams employ to build…
All live sporting events under the newly merged Disney-Reliance business in India, including the highly popular Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket, will continue to be available exclusively on Disney’s Hotstar app. This decision marks the first significant step in the integration of the two companies and signals that Reliance, which holds a majority stake in…