Sponsorship

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. 

Oct 13, 2018 14:10
MUMBAI: Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) partnered with the Cricket Association for the Blind of Maharashtra (CABM) as sponsors for the SPN Challenge Trophy 2018, a state level tournament for the blind. The tournament was held between 8-10 October at various venues including Islam Gymkhana, Parsi Gymkhana and Police Gymkhana in Mumbai.
Oct 12, 2018 15:10
MUMBAI: Former India captain and current Under-19 team coach Rahul Dravid has been named by Philips India as the brand ambassador for its air purifiers. "It gives me immense pride to be associated with a brand like Philips which is committed towards making life better through meaningful innovation. I look forward to driving a positive change through this partnership," Dravid said in a statement.
Oct 12, 2018 15:10
MADRID: Japanese automotive company Mazda has renewed its sponsorship agreement with LaLiga for another two years, retaining its status as the official automobile brand of Spanish top-flight football until the end of the 2019-20 season.
Oct 12, 2018 14:10
PARIS: Rolex Paris Masters, the ATP 1000 tennis tournament has gone local this time by roping in Vicomte A. as its official fashion partner for the next three years, starting from the upcoming 2018 edition, AFP reports.
Oct 11, 2018 16:10
PANJIM: Forca Goa Foundation, an NGO that works through football for grassroots development, has kicked off a league involving 16 of the centres it runs in the coastal state. The "Inter-Center League", which is supported by Indian Super League franchise FC Goa, will see weekly matches being played between the centers in three zones - north, central and south.
Oct 11, 2018 15:10
GONE ARE THE DAYS OF cricket holding a monopoly on mind share amongst sports enthusiasts in India. The success of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen the birth of other sporting leagues in the country. The timing has perfectly coincided with the advent of heightened social media conversations and corporate investment in sport, which makes for an interesting story.
Oct 11, 2018 13:10
SHANGHAI: Global investment banking and financial services company, JP Morgan has scored the diamond sponsorship rights for the ongoing Rolex Shanghai Masters, the only ATP Masters 1000 tennis tournament held in Asia.
Oct 10, 2018 12:10
MELBOURNE: The Australian Open seems to be going from strength to strength as it has attracted the most financially lucrative sponsorship deal from China in its 114-year history. Luzhou Laojiao, one of China’s top liquor brands, will benefit from global exposure and brand engagement through the partnership including international broadcast visibility and a world class hospitality offering.
Oct 10, 2018 12:10
NEW DELHI: Hero Challenge, the Hero Motorcorp-sponsored innovative one-hole knockout golf contest once again preceded the British Masters 2018 on Tuesday in London. The competition presented an electrifying setting where the players shot from a floating tee into a constructed green, surrounded by London’s tallest buildings. Andrew 'Beef' Johnston beat Paul Dunne in the final.
Oct 09, 2018 12:10
PUNE: Herbalife Nutrition India organized the second edition of its flagship ‘Fit Families’ Fest in the city on Sunday which aimed to celebrate fitness and togetherness. The fest drew over 2000 people and was attended by the likes of Herbalife brand ambassadors Saina Nehwal and Mary Kom as well as sports scientist Shayamal Vallabhjee.