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Jul 10, 2019 16:07

India 4th worldwide for illegal EPL streaming: Study

SANTA MONICA, Calif.: Worldwide illegal streaming of the Premier League (EPL) delivers £1 million in uncaptured sponsorship media value per match, according to new study.

The study – produced by sponsorship valuation firm GumGum Sports in partnership with digital piracy authority MUSO at the behest of an unnamed elite EPL club…

Jul 09, 2019 17:07

Invest more in women’s football, Anand Mahindra exhorts

MUMBAI: The magnificent exploits of Team USA in the just concluded 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, which has captured the imagination of pundits and fans the world over, has also caught the attention of Mahindra & Mahindra chairman Anand Mahindra.

Jul 09, 2019 17:07

Durand Cup from Aug 2 in Kolkata: Report

MUMBAI: The 129th edition of the Durand Cup, Asia’s oldest tournament, is all set to kick off from August 2.

The Durand Cup, which is marking its return to the national football scene after an absence of two years, will be played across three cities in West Bengal – Kolkata, Siliguri and Kalyani - Sportskeeda reports…

Jul 09, 2019 17:07

Vector X signs Dalima Chibber as brand ambassador

NEW DELHI: Sportswear brand Vector X has announced the on-boarding of Indian women''s football star Dalima Chhibber as its brand ambassador.

Vector X, which already has Indian soccer legend Bhaichung Bhutia as the face of the brand, will now also be represented by the most sought after Indian woman footballer of the present…

Jul 09, 2019 16:07

6 I-League clubs seek PM's intervention

NEW DELHI: The six clubs that have come together under the banner of "United I-League Clubs" have escalated the grievances they collectively hold against the All India Football Federation (AIFF) up many steps to doors of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The six I-League clubs — Mohun Bagan, Quess East Bengal, Aizawl FC, Churchill…

Jul 09, 2019 15:07

BCCI appoints Dravid as NCA head of Cricket

MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday appointed former Indian skipper Rahul Dravid as head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bengaluru.

The batting great will oversee all cricket related activities at NCA and will be involved in mentoring, coaching, training and motivating players,…

Jul 09, 2019 15:07

Stadium privatisation: Sports Min seeks govt plan details

NEW DELHI: The Sports Ministry has sought a detailed proposal from the Central government about its plans to privatise premium sports infrastructure like the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here.

As part of its agenda to monetise land and assets to meet the highest-ever divestment target of Rs 1.05 trillion, the government has…

Jul 09, 2019 14:07

PGA, European Tour, NBC tee off global Ryder Cup digital platforms

ORLANDO, Fla.: A new, global Ryder Cup digital-media relationship has been formed by the PGA of America, European Tour and NBC Sports Group. NBC Sports will develop a multi-platform Ryder Cup presence, including a comprehensive website that serves fans of both the US and European teams and a new app that will enhance both the onsite…

Jul 09, 2019 14:07

Aeroflot official airline of FIBA World Cup 2019

MIES (Switzerland): Russia's flag carrier Aeroflot has become a FIBA partner and the official airline of the Basketball World Cup 2019.

This summer Aeroflot and FIBA are taking the Basketball World Cup trophy to cities around the globe, delivering a World Cup experience to fans and showcasing its greatest prize as part of…

Jul 09, 2019 14:07

ITF announces World Tennis Number digital platform

LONDON: The International Tennis Federation (ITF) and leading national tennis associations Monday announced a strategic project to develop and implement a global, level-based tennis rating, designed to enable more matches to be played between players of similar levels, from beginners to professionals.