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Mumbai: The spirit of rivalry takes centre stage as the best teams from Asia converge in Sri Lanka and Pakistan for the much-awaited Asia Cup 2023. Fans across India can watch all the matches from 3.00 pm (IST) LIVE & exclusive on the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar from 30 August to 17 September 2023. Capitalising on the heightened fanfare and excitement ahead of the tournament, Star Sports, India’s leading sports broadcaster, unveils its campaign that puts the hearts of 1.6 billion fans at the core.

The film, conceptualised by the in-house team at Disney Star, pays tribute to the everlasting and unwavering dedication and passion of the fans. With Hands Up in support of Team India, they create an awe-inspiring spectacle, a vivid tapestry of colours and chants, standing tall in times of both grief and happiness. Through triumphs and defeats, they stand united behind their favourite teams and players, an unbreakable bond forged by the love for the game. Their cheers reverberate through stadiums, transcending barriers of language and culture, to become a universal language of celebration and encouragement. In moments of sorrow, they offer solace and understanding, reminding players that they are more than competitors—they are heroes in the eyes of millions. In times of elation, the fans’ euphoria knows no bounds, showering their stars with adoration, turning stadiums into cathedrals of joy.

Speaking about the campaign film for the Asia Cup 2023, a Star Sports spokesperson said, “As we unveil the electrifying Asia Cup Campaign, we are geared up to bring the whole nation together to passionately Believe in Blue! The campaign film is a majestic symphony that resonates with the undying spirit of fans – a tribute to their eternal devotion and unwavering fervor. The Asia Cup is undeniably the biggest tournament before the ICC ODI World Cup graces our home soil, and we, at Star Sports, are committed to delivering the most exhilarating live action. Get ready India, for the colossal ODI Festival ahead, where we will celebrate triumphs, showcase talent, and revel in the glory of our cricketing heroes!”

The Asia Cup 2023 will feature a total of six teams – five Test-playing nations from the continent – India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have earned direct qualification to the tournament with Nepal scripting history as they pipped UAE in the qualification rounds for a place in the main event. All eyes will be glued on the Rohit Sharma-led Team India as they eye an unprecedented eighth title stamping their authority in the continent before the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup later this year.

Watch India vs Pakistan on 2 September 2023 from 3.00 pm (IST), LIVE & exclusive on the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.

Mumbai: In a ground-breaking move that will revolutionize the Indian esports landscape, Gods Reign, one of the country’s leading esports and gaming entertainment companies has roped in Times OOH, a leading OOH media firm in the Indian outdoor advertising industry, as its ‘title sponsor’ for the Battlegrounds Master Series (BGMS) 2023. This marks the first-ever collaboration between an Indian esports organization and OOH advertising, opening up an innovative avenue of sponsorships for the nation’s esports organizations to leverage.

Standing as a leader in the Indian OOH industry with 24 per cent of the market share of the industry, Times OOH has been providing comprehensive OOH advertising solutions at Premium, Strategic & High Dwell time locations such as Airports, Metro, City Media & Digital OOH inventories. Through this powerful collaboration, Gods Reign and Times OOH will launch a billboard initiative across multiple cities including Delhi and Bangalore to extend the thrilling world of esports to a wider audience.

By not just targeting dedicated gamers, this initiative seeks to captivate traditional sports spectators, offering them a glimpse into the fast-paced, competitive world of esports and bridging the gap between conventional sports and esports. Additionally, Times OOH will also hold the title spot on Gods Reign’s team jersey for BGMS Season 2.

Sharing his expert views on this association, Times OOH chief strategy officer Aman Nanda says, “Times OOH has always believed in investing in premium properties which offers leading position to us and our group in the fraternity. We have seen that Gods Reign has embodied competitive esports excellence and the best of gaming culture over the last half-decade hence we found a perfect synergy in the association. As an advertising organization, we consider esports as the next big disruptive category, especially in the OOH space which caters to a wide variety of audience and especially at airports that has a large extent of high tech & sports enthusiasts’ audience.”

Gods Reign is one of the 24 teams that is directly invited to the BGMS 2023 LAN tournament which will be broadcasted on Star Sports, facilitating nationwide access to the team’s ardent supporters. The association with Gods Reign will enable Times OOH to augment its brand prominence within the organization’s fanbase as well as the rapidly evolving esports sector as this category is expected to become a cornerstone in the advertising industry.

“Forming an alliance with Times OOH enables us to amplify our fundamental operations by enhancing the competitive prowess of our teams in the biggest esports events in South Asia. With a relentless focus on innovation and collaboration, the company is set to redefine the industry’s landscape. This Partnership highlights our shared vision and dedication to fostering the best competitive experience for our fans by delivering exceptional performance,” shares Gods Reign CEO K.R.Rohith.

The television broadcast of the inaugural season of the BGMI Masters Series (2022) showed a record-breaking performance and surpassed the 100 million viewership milestone. Following the success of season 1, the ongoing season 2 of the BGMI Masters Series, will be live until 27 August on the Star Sports Network.

The strengthened alliance of Gods Reign and Times OOH coupled with their shared vision for bolstering the future of esports in India is set to revolutionize the Indian esports landscape.

Mumbai:  LALIGA clubs gathered on Friday, 4 August where the First Division Board approved (18 votes in favour, two abstentions and one vote against) for an additional parameter to be included in the ‘audience recognition’ criteria – that is to say knowledge and awareness of a club among audiences – allowing for a more equitable and fairer distribution of resources generated by the commercialization of the competition’s television broadcasts.

The initiative, which applies initially only to LALIGA EA SPORTS clubs, is based on implementing new and innovative voluntary measures that will enhance the audiovisual experience. It comes in response to demands from LALIGA’s broadcast rights holders for an improved product to raise it to the level of other elite sports competitions. Ultimately, the aim is to increase the value of the competition’s audiovisual rights as much as possible, thus fulfilling LALIGA’s legal responsibility.

A new method of distribution has been approved for two-thirds of the 25 per cent revenue share corresponding to so-called ‘audience recognition,’ independent of season tickets and gate receipts. Half of the two-thirds will be distributed in line with audience share, as has been the case until now; the other half will be distributed in line with the degree of collaboration with these new voluntary initiatives relating to broadcasters’ requests.

The ultimate aim of the measures is to incentivise the improvement of LALIGA’s audiovisual product and in turn generate more income. The level of collaboration will be measured by each club’s audience ratings multiplied by the average audience generated.

This new system only affects the 25 per cent ‘audience recognition’ criteria for revenue distribution.  The remaining 75 per cent of revenue will continue to be distributed in accordance with the terms of the Royal Decree and the LALIGA’s General Regulations.

The measures and proposed results are a response to the needs of a constantly evolving market in which it is essential to strengthen links with fan bases that demand new content to better their match experience, something that other major European leagues are already working on.

Broadcasting improvements

Through this incentive system, which allows for a better measurement of ‘audience recognition,’ LALIGA aims to foster greater willingness from clubs to engage in interviews with coaching staff, pre-match footage from inside changing rooms, and greater involvement of players across a host of different broadcast formats.

These exciting incentives complement the variety of new features LALIGA has already unveiled for the 2023/24 season. Fans will see a whole new broadcast product thanks to a redesigned graphics package, offering new perspectives and angles, more detailed information, and a much more immersive viewing experience.  

New camera angles in the dugouts, aerial cameras, cinematic cameras in player tunnels and improved visuals all come with a nod to the EA SPORTS FC video game. These, along with many other innovations such as the changes to the distribution model, aim to offer the best possible experience for fans.

Mumbai: The World Professional Wrestling Hub (WPWH) proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking venture in the world of professional wrestling in India and beyond. With a rich history deeply rooted in Indian wrestling, WPWH aims to provide a prominent platform for both Indian and international wrestlers to showcase their talent, learn from experienced players and coaches, and pursue their dreams of winning national and international accolades.

Wrestling, known as kushti in India, holds a significant place in the country’s culture and has been cherished as a beloved sport for thousands of years. Despite its historical prominence, young wrestlers face various challenges, including limited opportunities to participate in national and international events, as well as resource constraints hindering their training and diet requirements. The WPWH’s new venture aims to address these challenges and offer unwavering support to athletes and their families in their pursuit of excellence.

To spearhead this transformative initiative, the WPWH has appointed the esteemed Sh. Sangram Singh is the brand ambassador for their new wrestling venture. Sangram Singh is an eminent figure in the wrestling community, known for his exceptional attitude, passion, expertise, and extensive experience in the sport. With Sangram Singh’s unparalleled dedication and profound knowledge, the venture is set to scale new heights and create a lasting impact on the wrestling landscape.

Through this ambitious venture, WPWH aspires to provide wrestlers with invaluable opportunities to learn from top-notch international players and coaches. By offering a global platform, the venture aims to nurture the talent of aspiring athletes and empower them to achieve laurels on national and international stages.

Expressing his enthusiasm about this new venture, Sangram Singh stated, “I am deeply honoured to be appointed as the brand ambassador for WPWH’s wrestling venture. Wrestling has been my life’s passion, and I firmly believe that every young athlete deserves a chance to pursue their dreams. With this initiative, we not only aim to promote wrestling but also encourage fitness and well-being among our nation’s people and the world at large. Together, we can create a happier and healthier global community.”

WPWH’s vision for the future encompasses the global dissemination of wrestling, along with promoting physical fitness and overall well-being. By providing substantial support to thousands of athletes and their families, the venture aims to bring about positive transformations in the lives of aspiring wrestlers and youth involved in sports.

As WPWH embarks on this exhilarating journey, they extend an open invitation to wrestling enthusiasts, supporters of the sport, and the broader community to join hands and create a thriving ecosystem for wrestlers and athletes worldwide.

Mumbai: Leading the charge for Team India, star FIFA athlete Charanjot Singh showcased his dominance at the South Asia seeding event and recorded stellar victories against Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka to secure favourable seeding for the country at the upcoming Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou.

By displaying a combination of precision and strategy, Charanjot remarkably outclassed his opponents in the best-of-three matches. The Chandigarh-born athlete got off to the best possible start with successive triumphs against Sameer Gurung of Nepal and Dishan Sheruban Nithianathan of Sri Lanka with identical 2:1 scorelines. He then prevailed against Oytijjho Al Aff Tajwar Majumder of Bangladesh by a 2:0 scoreline to ensure an unbeaten run at the seeding event.

Charanjot Singh said, “Reflecting on the results, I feel proud to have the opportunity to showcase my skills and gain a favourable seeding for India. I had put in long hours of practice and strategising to prepare for my opponents and I am glad that it all worked to perfection. The level of competition at the Asian Games will be fierce, but I have full faith in my abilities. I will be giving my all to bring home a medal”.

Karman Singh, another distinguished FIFA athlete who will be representing the country at the prestigious tournament in Hangzhou secured fifth position at the seeding event. Both athletes made their way to the Asian Games by prevailing in the National Esports Championships (NESC) organised by the Esports Federation of India (ESFI).

“The exceptional performances of our talented athletes in the FIFA seeding event are a testament to our country’s Esports prowess. We are confident that Charanjot and Karman will replicate their performances at the Asian Games and prove their mettle against the top teams from the continent. The Esports Federation of India is fully committed to supporting our athletes as they prepare to compete on the grand stage and bring laurels to the country,” said Esports Federation of India president Vinod Tiwari.

A total of 21 leading FIFA teams from the continent will lock horns at the Asian Games 2022 in what is Esports’ debut as an official medal event at the tournament. India will be participating in four titles at the game – League of Legends, FIFA Online 4, Street Fighter V: Champion Edition, and DOTA 2.

One of the country’s top sports & esports communication agencies, Artsmith-Concepts & Visions, will continue its support to the Esports Federation of India as their official communication partner.

While India’s League of Legends team secured favourable seeding by going unbeaten against Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan at their LAN seeding event in Macau, the nation’s DOTA 2 team came second in their seeding group, finishing in the top eight in the overall event that was conducted online.

The country’s ace Street Fighter V athletes Ayan Biswas and Mayank Prajapati secured fifth and sixth place respectively in their seeding event.

Mumbai: Lanka Premier League 2023 has announced SATsport News as a powered-by sponsor for the fourth edition of the League. 

SATsport News is dedicated to bringing the latest updates and engaging cricket content to fans around the world. The website seized the opportunity to showcase their passion for sports and further connect with the audience.

“The Lanka Premier League 2023 family is growing by the day. Arrival of SATsport News is an endorsement of the popularity and reach of the league. We are confident as a Platform we will be able to create confidence and a fruitful partnership across the world for our stakeholders. I welcome SATsport once again and wish them a great time with LPL2023,” said IPG Group (the official rights holder of LPL) founder and CEO Anil Mohan Sankhdhar.

To provide readers with a greater understanding of the games and players, the website features in-depth news analyses of the game that include news, comments, statistics and real-time updates during the Lanka Premier League 2023 matches as well as details on other sporting properties from across the world.

“We are elated to be a sponsor of the Lanka Premier League 2023. This partnership represents a wonderful opportunity to support the growth of cricket and take it to newer regions of the world as well as provide our audience with comprehensive coverage about the league,” commented a senior representative of SATsport News.

LPL, which is in its fourth edition, has seen a fair share of its success as it has become a cricketing fan’s go-to League to watch some fine cricket. With a galaxy of stars, as well as a stream of domestic talents, LPL 2023 has managed to attract the attention of fans from around the world. 

The tournament comprises six teams including Colombo Strikers, Dambulla Aura, Galle Titans, Jaffna Kings and B-Love Kandy, each representing different regions from the Island. 

The teams have already started playing and will continue to compete in a series of exciting clashes held in Kandy and Colombo with the grand finale being played on 21 August 2023.