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Bets are off: How ban on online money games could reshape sports industry

Significant funding source for various teams and leagues at risk of drying up

Cricket's popularity dips as basketball, MMA, F1 ignite youth sports fandom

Basketball and motorsport have recorded the sharpest climbs, each adding four percentage points since 2019, according to Nielsen Fan Insights 2025 study

BCCI on Dream11 exit: Will ensure not to indulge with such firms in future

BCCI and Dream11 are discontinuing their relationship after the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, was passed, says BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

Explained: How Dream 11's sports business affected by Online Gaming bill?

Alongside Dream11, My11Circle contributes significantly, paying Rs 125 crore annually to remain an official fantasy partner of the Indian Premier League.

Real Money Game ban: Will India play Asia Cup 2025 without jersey sponsor?

The new legislation on online gaming has disrupted cricket's biggest sponsorship contract

Prize money for Durand Cup 2025 winners announced at Rs 1.21 crore

The winners of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup will walk away with a prize money of Rs 1.21 crore, the highest champion's purse in the 137-year history of Asia's oldest football tournament.

Jinxed? Dream11 joins list of BCCI team sponsors to face legal troubles

With Dream11 now facing legal trouble, they are part of an unwanted list of BCCI team sponsors to find themselves in some sort of operational trouble

Tennis evolves digitally with ATP-TikTok partnership to engage new fans

A central focus of the ATP TikTok partnership is player engagement. The ATP wants more athletes to embrace the platform as a tool for storytelling, giving fans a glimpse into life off the court

US Open 2025: $1 mn prize, star line-ups make mixed doubles a top draw

The mixed doubles event of the US Open 2025 saw an increase of $800,000 from its preceding edition

Newcastle United sign Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa in $53 million deal

Ramsey, who has signed a long-term deal at St James' Park, will wear the No. 41 shirt in Premier League 2025-26 season

Liverpool sign teenage Italian centre-back Giovanni Leoni from Padova

Liverpool's offseason spending passed 300 million pounds (USD 400 million) after completing the signing of 18-year-old Parma defender Giovanni Leoni.

Cricket Australia ends 37-year partnership, pens new kit deal with Westpac

This new collaboration highlights a broader trend of banks turning to sports sponsorships as a way to connect with wider audiences and strengthen their brand presence.

Neymar to Ekitike: Top 20 most expensive football transfers of all time

The current deal that tops the charts is Neymar Jr's world-record transfer from FC Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), which cost the Parisian club a whopping €222 million (₹1,776 crore) back in

JioStar bags exclusive US Open broadcast rights in India till 2030

A JioStar representative noted that this acquisition reflects the company's aim to be the one-stop destination for elite sporting events

MS Dhoni's business empire: Brands, startups, and major investments

Dhoni has started many business ventures and invested in just as many, practically building a business empire of his own

Why Isak's $160m tag is not stopping clubs chasing him in summer 2025

While some may scoff at the staggering $160-million valuation, insiders argue the figure reflects Isak's rare blend of attributes suited to the modern game

D2C insurer ACKO brings MS Dhoni on board as investor and brand ambassador

For Dhoni, who is also an automobile enthusiast, the decision was driven by ACKO's transparency and seamless digital-native processes

England boss demands more investment after Lionesses' Euro 2025 glory

The Lionesses successfully defended their Women's European Championship title with a penalty shoot-out victory over Spain in the final in Basel

Venus Williams' health insurance comments: What athletes need to know

Venus Williams' recent singles win at the DC Open showcased her longevity and brought attention to health coverage for aging athletes following a joking comment she made in an on-court interview.

How Beckham and Messi have together helped MLS evolve into a bigger brand

Beckham's move, a pivotal moment for MLS. Beckham's arrival gave the league credibility on a global scale and set the precedent for European stars considering the U.S. as a viable career destination.