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COLOGNE: The Central European division of Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced a multi-year partnership with ESL Gaming, the world’s biggest eSports company that will be managed out of UMG’s Berlin headquarters.

The aim of the agreement is to exclusively help Universal discover and promote new artists through ESL’s global tournaments and channels. In an industry first, UMG will partner with ESL to create the ultimate destination for gaming and music fans alike to experience the official soundtrack of the world’s esports leagues and tournaments. 

Apr 27, 2021 19:04
LONDON: With a number of Grand Prix for the 2021 season having already announced plans to forgo attendances, the cost of an entire season without fans across the 22 races in MotoGP would see the competition lose out on nine-figure sums, data and analytics company GlobalData predicts.
Apr 27, 2021 18:04
ZURICH: Chinese multinational white goods and electronics manufacturer Hisense has entered into a partnership with FIFA to become an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which will create an exclusive connection between the tournament's worldwide audience in unique and compelling ways.
Apr 27, 2021 18:04
LONDON: World Rugby has announced details of a new commercial partnership that will see Asahi Group join the family of Worldwide Partners for Rugby World Cup 2023 in France. Under the deal, Asahi Super Dry will become the Official Beer for the tournament, which kicks off on 8 September and will be played across nine world-class venues the length and breadth of the host nation.
Apr 26, 2021 21:04
MUMBAI: GroupM ESP, the entertainment, esports and sports division of GroupM India, Monday released the sports sponsorship report for India 2020.  The size of the Indian Sports Industry in 2020 is estimated at Rs 5894 crores (Rs 58.94 billion). This report takes into consideration - sponsorship spends, celebrity endorsement and media spends on sports properties.
Apr 26, 2021 19:04
STAMFORD, Conn.: WWE Monday announced the appointment of Claudine Lilien as senior vice president and head of Global Sales & Partnerships.  Lilien, who previously held senior leadership roles across FOX Corp., FOX Sports and FOX Networks Group, will report to Stephanie McMahon, WWE promoter Vince McMahon's daughter and the media and entertainment company's chief brand officer.
Apr 26, 2021 19:04
SAN FRANCISCO: Four-time Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles has signed up with Gap Inc’s Athleta brand for a new apparel partnership, ending an almost six-year deal with Nike Inc.
Apr 23, 2021 14:04
NEW YORK: Captain Morgan and FanDuel have announced the launch of the Captain Morgan Soccer Pick 'Em contest series as one of the most highly anticipated seasons in the history of the United States and Canada's top-flight professional soccer league gets underway.
Apr 23, 2021 11:04
CHICAGO: Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is advancing sustainability in performance sporting goods – starting with its tennis products. On Thursday, Wilson marked Earth Day with the launch of its most sustainable rackets yet, W | ∞ presents The Naked Series.
Apr 22, 2021 19:04
KOCHI: Kerala Blasters FC has launched ‘Yellow Heart’, a new social initiative, to be a "part of the community".  The stated aim of the Yellow Heart campaign is "to help whoever is in need while appreciating the good hearts and heroes who contributes to the community".  As part of the initiative, KBFC intends to "spread happiness among the society, fight for social causes and save our planet". 
Apr 22, 2021 19:04
NEW DELHI: EdTech company Whitehat Jr has collaborated with ace cricketer and former World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev to "make learning fun and engaging".