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  • Ambuja Cements, ACC to power eighth edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon

    Ambuja Cements, ACC to power eighth edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon

    Mumbai: Adani Sportsline has announced that the highly anticipated eighth edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is going to be powered by Ambuja Cements and ACC, the cement and building material companies of the Adani portfolio. This partnership highlights a fusion of strength, reliability, legacy, and trust aligning seamlessly with the values and spirit of the marathon.

    The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon, to take place on 24 November 2024, aims to inspire thousands of participants to push their limits and achieve personal milestones. With Ambuja Cements and ACC joining as principal sponsors, the event will ensure an unparalleled experience, reinforcing the marathon’s stature as one of India’s premier athletic runs.

    This year’s marathon will begin and end at the picturesque Sabarmati Riverfront and the Bib Expo for the participants will be held at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park, which boasts of state-of-the-art sporting facilities. Participants can choose from four categories: the full marathon (42.195 km), the half marathon (21.097 km), the 10 km run, and the 5 km run.

    The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races. In 2023, the marathon introduced a new course, and this will be the second time it takes place on this scenic route. The track, which spans the city, includes iconic locations such as the Atal Bridge, Gandhi Ashram, and Ellis Bridge. The seventh edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon saw over 22,000 participants. The marathon kicked off the journey in 2017 in Shantigram, and is currently going strong in its eighth edition.

    The partnership between Adani Sportsline, Ambuja Cements, and ACC goes beyond this sponsorship; it represents a celebration of mutual values and a dedication to promoting health and community. By joining forces with two of India’s most esteemed cement brands, the marathon highlights the significance of a strong foundation — both in construction and in personal development.

    Adani Group CEO – cement business, Ajay Kapur said, “We are pleased to announce our association with the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon. This collaboration reflects our shared values of resilience, sustainability, and community empowerment. Just as our innovative construction solutions aim to build a stronger, more sustainable India, the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon inspires individuals to push their limits and cultivate a healthier, more united nation. Sports play a pivotal role in nation-building by promoting teamwork, dedication, and a spirit of perseverance. Together, we are going beyond constructing buildings and contributing to the foundation of a robust and vibrant society.”

  • Gulf Giants unveil power-packed squad for DP World ILT20 season 2

    Gulf Giants unveil power-packed squad for DP World ILT20 season 2

    Mumbai: Gulf Giants, the defending champions of DP World International League T20 (ILT20), have today announced their star-studded squad for the upcoming second season. With a perfect blend of experience and youth, the Gulf Giants are geared up to dominate the league and defend their DP World ILT20 championship. The Adani Sportsline owned-franchise has announced Andy Flower as the team’s Head Coach for the upcoming season, which will be led by England batter James Vince.

    After meticulous planning and scouting, Gulf Giants has announced the signing of new players such as Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb-ur-Rahman along with the likes of T20 sensation Dominic Drakes. The newly-signed players will be complemented by a power-packed squad combination featuring T20 maestros Shimron Hetmyer (West Indies), Chris Jordan (England), Chris Lynn (Australia), and Carlos Brathwaite (West Indies), to name a few.

    Flower, arguably Zimbabwe’s greatest cricketer, has forged a successful coaching career since his retirement in 2003, capped by the title run at the 2010 men’s T20 World Cup with England. He has since worked with the Afghanistan men’s national team as well as franchise teams at the IPL, the PSL, the CPL, and in the Abu Dhabi T10 tournament.

    Starting 19th January, 2024, the DP World ILT20 defending champions – Gulf Giants will be facing Sharjah Warriors. Cricket fans can watch this only-global T20 league on Zee’s most widely distributed and viewed 10 linear TV channels: &Pictures, &Pictures HD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Anmol Cinema, Zee Zest, Zee Ganga, Zee Cinemalu HD, &Flix, &Flix HD and Zee Zest HD and on one of India’s leading OTT platforms – ZEE5. All single header matches will be broadcast Live at 8 PM India prime time, starting with the pre-match presentation at 7:30 PM. The afternoon match on the double-header’s day will start at 4:00 PM.

    Speaking on the announcement, Gulf Giants’ head coach Andy Flower said, “As we gear up for the upcoming season of International League T20, the Gulf Giants are focused on defending our ILT20 title with a pragmatic approach. Undoubtedly, a pinnacle of T20 competitiveness on the global stage, this tournament features the participation of top-tier players, making it truly a standout event on the international cricket calendar. Taking forward the learnings from the inaugural season, we have strategically enhanced our squad with valuable additions, including Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and Dominic Drakes, while also retaining key players such as Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Jordan, Chris Lynn, and Carlos Brathwaite, who played crucial roles in our previous success. Our goal is straightforward – to build on past achievements and skilfully navigate the challenges of the new season.”

    Australian cricketer, and hard-hitting right-hander Chris Lynn said, “It gives me immense pride to be part of Gulf Giants squad, together we are determined to replicate the successful run of the inaugural season. As defending champions of one of the world’s toughest T20 leagues, I am confident about the team’s ability to perform well in the upcoming season. It’s always a great experience sharing the dressing room with cricketing greats of the modern game, look forward to contributing to the team’s success.”

    Adani Sportsline spokesperson, chief business officer Sanjay Adesara said, “As we unveil our squad for the upcoming season of the International League T20, we are optimistic about the team’s ability to build upon the success achieved in the event’s inaugural season. With Andy Flower leading our coaching staff, we believe that the assembled squad is robust, and the players will have the opportunity to develop their skills under his guidance. We trust that Flower’s mentorship will also contribute to aligning our players with our vision of connecting and engaging with cricket enthusiasts worldwide. The International League T20 has solidified its standing as the world’s second-most-watched T20 extravaganza. Its widespread global viewership, facilitated by the extensive distribution network of ZEE, adds to its prominence and is set to become ‘bigger and better’ in years to come. We appreciate the unwavering support of our fans, whose consistent support has been a driving force for us, and look forward to hosting them once again.”

    For the full list of newly-signed an retained players refer to the list below:

    Retained Players Newly-Signed Players
    James Vince (England) Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (Afghanistan)
    Chris Jordan (England) Dominic Drakes (West Indies)
    Shimron Hetmyer (West Indies) Jamie Smith (England)
    Jamie Overton (England) Jordan Cox (England)
    Chris Lynn (Australia) Usman Khan (Pakistan)
    Aayan Afzal Khan (United Arab Emirates) Mohammad Zohaib Zubair (UAE)
    Richard Gleeson (England) Saurabh Netravalkar (United States of America)
    Carlos Brathwaite (West Indies) Karim Janat (Afghanistan)
    Rehan Ahmad (England)  
    Gerhard Erasmus (Namibia)  
    Sanchit Sharma (United Arab Emirates)  

    The 34-match event will be played at the three iconic UAE venues – Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah – starting 19 January 2024 to 17 February 2024. The truly international league’s six franchise teams include Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Kolkata Knight Riders), Desert Vipers (Lancer Capital), Dubai Capitals (GMR), Dubai Capitals (Adani Sportsline), Dubai Capitals (Reliance Industries), and Sharjah Warriors (Capri Global).

  • Gujarat Giants announced partnerships for 10 Season Pro Kabaddi League

    Gujarat Giants announced partnerships for 10 Season Pro Kabaddi League

    Mumbai: Gujarat Giants owned by Adani Sportsline, is one of the Pro Kabaddi League teams. The team which is based out of Ahmedabad has welcomed on board their official partners for the landmark 10 season of the Pro Kabaddi League.

    The official partner’s logos will be on the Gujarat Giants’ jersey for the season with ACC Limited prominently featuring as the front logo partner. That apart, Fortune Foods takes up their spot on the back of the jersey and the shoulders.

    The jersey’s right sleeve proudly showcases the Poojara Telecom logo followed by the Adani Group logo, while the left sleeve highlights the Dafa News logo.

    League11, a fantasy sports platform, secures the rights to display its logo on the team’s shorts. Additionally, the Shiv Naresh, who are among the most sought-after sports apparel organisations in the country, will have their logo on the nape of the jersey.

    Speaking on the partnership, Adani Sportsline CBO Sanjay Adesara said, “We are thrilled to welcome all our sponsors on board. Their belief in the Gujarat Giants’ potential and our shared passion for kabaddi fortifies our determination to excel in the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League 2023. These partnerships bring a promise of continued support for the Gujarat Giants family, and we are keen to ensure that it stands the test of time.”  

    Ajay Kapur, ACC Cement opened up about the collaboration CEO stating, “This partnership is a fusion of tradition and ambition, a synergy of two brands with the same passion and a common goal of nation building. We believe that this partnership is a beacon of the united pursuit of excellence and a symbol of the enduring bond between the two strong teams. Together, we will embark on a journey of transcending boundaries, breaking barriers, and empowering our youth.”

    Poojara Telecom director Rahil Poojara said, “We are excited to partner with the Adani Sportsline-owned Gujarat Giants team and support their journey in the Pro Kabaddi League season 10, Kabaddi is a great sport that promotes teamwork, agility, and fitness. We believe that this partnership will help us connect with our customers and promote healthy living in Gujarat. Kabaddi holds a special place in the hearts of millions of Indians, and we believe in the power of sports to bring people together. This collaboration not only strengthens our commitment to the community but also allows us to connect with a diverse audience across the nation.”

    These partnerships between the brands and Gujarat Giants signify a mutual commitment to the Indian kabaddi sports ecosystem. The ongoing 10 season of the Pro Kabaddi League, one of India’s premier tournaments, continues to captivate audiences with action-packed matches among 12 talented teams, who are battling it out for the title

    The 10 Pro Kabaddi League had begun in Ahmedabad, with the Gujarat Giants emerging as the best team in the first leg of the tournament. The Gujarat Giants have previously made the finals of the Pro Kabaddi League twice, and with Captain Fazel Atrachali and coach Ram Mehar Singh, will be hoping to land the elusive title in this season. 

  • Adani Sportsline names Sanjay Adesara as new CBO

    Adani Sportsline names Sanjay Adesara as new CBO

    Mumbai: Formed in 2019, Adani Sportsline has been the sports arm of the Adani group. The core objective has been to align to building a sporting nation with holistic support to the sustainable development of a sporting nation. The Adani Sportline’s initiatives have grown ever since at a steady pace and are now poised to make a significant impact with the right guidance and strategy.  

    To take charge of the same, Sanjay Adesara has been announced as the new chief business officer (CBO), of Adani Sportline. A veteran in the brand-building space with over a decade and a half of experience with Adani Wilmar, Sanjay will now add his expertise to the growth story of Adani groups sports business.  

    Prior to this, Sanjay has been one of the driving forces as the founding Chief Executive for Adani’s various sports activities, leading leagues including the Pro Kabaddi League among others. He has also been one of the pillars for Adani Wilmar Limited, which he joined in 2008, and since has demonstrated an ability to ensure significant progress.  

    Sanjay’s strategic approach for Adani Sportline will include the development of an effective approach for brand strategy, brand activation, and cross-functional team management. He has a proven track record in launching new products, revamping brands, and developing brand architectures that align with long-term business objectives.  

    “At Adani Sportsline, the vision is to help India grow into an all-round sporting powerhouse. From cricket to indigenous sports, we want to sow the seeds of progress. The Indian sporting ecosystem has plenty of talent, and it is not just about identifying the potential of an athlete, but also providing them with the essentials so that they can hurdle over any obstacles in their journey. We know sport has the power to bring people together, and we would like nothing more than a united nation cheering on for their sporting stars. I look forward to be part of some exceptional impact-oriented work ahead of us at Adani Sportsline,” said Sanjay Adesara on his new role.  

    Currently, Adani Sportsline are making their presence felt with strong teams in some of the most loved leagues in the country, such as the Pro Kabaddi League and the Women’s Premier League, among others. Additionally, the team is a supporter of Olympic talent with the IOA and is also working towards building an inclusive culture for sports, fitness and play with the recently launched Adani Sportline Riverfront Sports Park alongside the ongoing annual Ahmedabad Marathon. That apart, the Adani Sportsline team is also keeping in line with their core objective of building a sporting nation and already have in place academies for various sports such as cricket and football, and continue work on the lines of providing aspiring athletes the necessary infrastructure.  

    At Adani Sportsline, Sanjay aims to establish a strong market presence while his vision, leadership skills, and deep industry knowledge will further contribute to the organisation’s continued growth and success. Known for his charismatic leadership style, he looks forward to foster a positive work environment that encourages innovation and creativity.

     

  • Sony Sports Network & SonyLIV to air Ultimate Kho Kho inaugural season from 14 August

    Sony Sports Network & SonyLIV to air Ultimate Kho Kho inaugural season from 14 August

    Mumbai: The opening season of Ultimate Kho Kho will roll out on Sunday, 14 August 2022 in Pune, where six teams will engage in action that will culminate with the title clash on 4 September 2022. India’s first-ever franchise-based professional Kho-Kho league will host its matches at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Pune.

    Promoted by Dabur India chairman Amit Burman in collaboration with the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), the league aims to revolutionise this indigenous sport with a modern twist both on-air & on-ground.  

    34 matches will be played with two matches per day in Season 1, during the league stage. The knockout matches will be played in a playoff format which will consist of a qualifier and eliminator matches. The live broadcast will begin at 7 pm (IST) and continue until 10 pm (IST) on each match day. The revamped format of Ultimate Kho Kho aims to be exciting and engaging for not only the Kho Kho players but also sports enthusiasts and viewers.

    Sony Sports Network will air the event in Hindi (SonyTEN 3), English (SonyTEN 1), Tamil, and Telugu (SonyTEN 4) and be available on SonyLIV.

    The inaugural season will witness six teams in the shape and form of Chennai Quick Guns (KLO Sports), Gujarat Giants (Adani Sportsline), Mumbai Khiladis (Badshah & Punit Balan), Odisha Juggernauts (Government of Odisha), Rajasthan Warriors (Capri Global) and Telugu Yoddhas (GMR Sports) competing for the inaugural season over 21 days. 

    Ultimate Kho Kho CEO Tenzing Niyogi said, “We would like to thank all our Six Team Owners and Sony Sports Network, who have shown their support and faith in our vision as Ultimate Kho Kho. Our objective has always been to transform Kho Kho and bring forth the new avatar in front of the masses of India to make our country a multisport nation.”

  • Adani Sportsline and Indian Olympics Association (IOA) join hands as principal sponsor partners

    Adani Sportsline and Indian Olympics Association (IOA) join hands as principal sponsor partners

    Mumbai: The sports arm of the Adani Group, Adani Sportsline has become an official partner with the Indian Olympics Association (IOA) for the upcoming Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022, Hangzhou Asian Games 2022, and Paris Olympic Games 2024. This is the second time that the Adani Group has come on board with IOA. The earliest association was in 2021, when the group sponsored the Indian Contingent during the Tokyo Olympics.   

    The partnership is an extension of the Adani Group’s sports portfolio that focuses on building a world-class ecosystem to nurture sporting talent, accelerate the sports economy, and play the role of an enabler in India’s journey to becoming a leading sporting nation.  

    Speaking on the partnership, IOA secretary general Rajeev Mehta said, “We are delighted to welcome Adani Sportsline’s participation in our journey of representing Indian athletes across the global platforms. Corporate participation will help emerging sports stars, allowing India to genuinely become a sporting nation.”

    Adani Enterprises director Pranav Adani added, “It is our privilege to support our athletes’ journeys in their quest to bring glory to India. We celebrate this journey through our initiative #GarvHai. The association with IOA is a natural extension of expressing our support for the Indian Contingent.” 

    Adani Sportsline has supported over 28 athletes through its athlete support initiative, #GarvHai, across a variety of sports. Six of these athletes represented India at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, and among them was wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya, who brought home a silver medal in the 57 kg division. Dahiya has been a part of the #GarvHai Initiative from 2019. 

    Adani Sportsline also owns teams with prominent Indian and global platforms, including Pro Kabaddi League, Ultimate Kho Kho League, Big Bout Boxing League, and International League T20 (Cricket). It also organises the annual Adani Ahmedabad Marathon, which has now moved up to be among the top four marathons in India. 

  • UAE’s International League T20 to be held in Jan-Feb 2023

    UAE’s International League T20 to be held in Jan-Feb 2023

    Mumbai: Emirates Cricket Board has confirmed that the inaugural ILT20 League will be held between 6 January to 12 February 2023. The new league will be called ‘International League T20 (ILT20)’.

    Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Emirates Cricket Board chairman Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan said, “Emirates Cricket Board is delighted to welcome Reliance Industries, Kolkata Knight Riders, Capri Global, GMR, Lancer Capital, Adani Sportsline, broadcaster ZEE and all other stakeholders to the newly established T20 League of UAE. Such illustrious, experienced names and entities as partners bode well for the UAE T20 League. Through the commitment of these partners, they have demonstrated confidence in the Emirates Cricket Board as we take the game into the future.”

    “As we begin this long journey, I am confident that together we will achieve new heights and in the process provide entertainment and excitement to the millions of fans around the globe who are waiting for the first ball of the UAE T20 League to be bowled. On behalf of the ECB let me assure everyone that whilst being entertained on the field with cricket, you will also be entertained by our traditional UAE hospitality off the field,” he added.

    The six-team franchise-style league will be played over a 34-match schedule at world-renowned, world-class venues in UAE.  

    The tournament will also provide a valuable platform for Emirates Cricket to take developing their local talent to a higher level, where UAE-based players currently integrated into the board’s program, as well as those identified by the high-performance coaching and selection committee teams, will be allowed to train and play alongside some of the world’s best minds of today’s game.

    ILT20 chairman Khalid Al Zarooni said, “Emirates Cricket, and the UAE, has a proven history of identifying and embracing initiatives that underpin the success of the game. It is vitally important that through this tournament UAE-based players continue to flourish which is one of the objectives of this league.”

    He further added, “The ILT20 wishes to thank His Highness Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Chairman of ECB for his unstinting support to UAE cricket which, under his guidance, has been growing from strength to strength. We look forward to introducing to the world a T20 event that will provide unmatched competition and entertainment to the ardent followers of this game.”

    Selection Committee – Emirates Cricket Board chairman Dr Tayeb Kamali said, “The annual ILT20 event presents an excellent exposure for our players given the highly intense and competitive nature of the league. Each of the six teams in the 34-match tournament provides a wonderful opportunity for our young cricketers to play competitive cricket with world-class players.”

    “Further, such a unique international league would play a big role in attracting and nurturing a larger pool of players who will go on to represent the UAE in the years to come. We look forward to the inaugural event and our players taking full advantage of the opportunity,” he said.

  • ZEE signs global media rights contract with UAE’s T20 league

    ZEE signs global media rights contract with UAE’s T20 league

    Mumbai: UAE’s T20 league today announced the signing of a long-term global media rights contract with global media and entertainment powerhouse Zee. The league will air exclusively on Zee’s linear channels and its OTT platform Zee5, in India and across the world.

    UAE’s T20 league is a professional cricket tournament comprising six teams competing in a 34-match competition, including – Reliance Industries, Adani Sportsline, Kolkata Knight Riders, Lancer Capital, GMR Group and Capri Global.

    Zee’s strong global presence across 190+ countries will help build the reach and resonance for the league with viewers and partners. With immense synergies between its businesses and a holistic approach for advertisers and distribution partners, Zee will engage fans through a multi-platform strategy taking the league to more than 100 million households.

    UAE T20 league matches will air across Zee’s 10 linear channels in the HSM (Hindi Speaking Markets), South and East regions in English, Hindi, and Tamil languages. The league will also be simultaneously streamed live on Zee5, and radio globally.

    UAE’s T20 league chairman Khalid Al Zarooni said, “Nothing can be more satisfying than to have a credible broadcast partner like Zee associated with the league. I am thankful to both managing director & CEO Punit Goenka and president – Business South Asia Rahul Johri at Zee for having faith in this league and to grow into a commercially successful enterprise. It is further a matter of delight that Zee has decided to re-enter sports broadcasting with UAE’s T20 league being the first media rights acquisition. We are very confident that Zee has the strength of viewership to take our league to unmatched levels.”

    Johri said, “At Zee, we are delighted to be the official global media rights holder of UAE’s T20 league. We believe that the league, which is already attracting globally, the biggest cricket stars and team franchisees, will provide fantastic cricket and entertainment to viewers across the world. Zee is committed to use the strength of its platforms to take UAE’s T20 league to audiences in India and across the globe.”

    General secretary ECB Mubashshir Usmani said, “ECB wishes both UAE’s T20 league and Zee well for entering into this partnership. We recognize and appreciate the massive reach of Zee’s channels and their digital media platform which will benefit the league in terms of viewership. The tournament will also provide a valuable platform for Emirates Cricket to develop the local talent and to provide players the opportunity to train and play alongside the world’s best.”

  • Adani Group bats in UAE’s T20 League

    Adani Group bats in UAE’s T20 League

    Mumbai: Adani Sportsline, a part of the diversified Adani Group, has made a landmark foray into franchise cricket by acquiring the rights to own and operate a franchise in UAE’s flagship T20 league.

    Licensed by Emirates Cricket Board, the UAE T20 League is an annual event that will feature six franchise teams competing in a 34-match event. Top players from all the cricket playing countries are expected to be in the line-up of different teams. The league will be providing a platform and exposure to upcoming young cricketers. This will be the first major move overseas by the Adani Sportsline that will connect and engage with global fans from across the cricketing nations.

    “It is a proud moment for us to announce the Adani Group’s association with the UAE’s T20 League as a franchise team owner. This acquisition fits perfectly in the group of corporates who have already acquired franchise team rights in the league,” said UAE’s T20 League chairman Khalid Al Zarooni. “The trust shown by the Adani Group augurs well for the League and we look forward to benefitting from their business acumen and working together to make our league successful.”

    “We are excited to be part of the UAE T20 league,” said Pranav Adani. “The UAE is an amazing amalgamation of several cricket loving nations. It provides an excellent platform for enhancing the visibility of cricket as the sport goes increasingly global. Our presence here is also a great base for the Adani brand that is contributing significantly to the sports ecosystem in India through leagues such as boxing and kabaddi, and nurturing sporting talent at the grassroots level through the Garv Hai initiative.”

    “We are extremely pleased to have one of Asia’s leading corporates as our franchise team owner. This is a resounding thumbs up to the unique opportunity that the UAE T20 league offers to experienced and established business owners,” said Emirates Cricket Board general secretary Mubashshir Usmani. “We are confident that this association will be mutually beneficial for both the Adani Group and the League. UAE’s T20 League will attract some of the biggest names in world cricket while also giving a platform and international exposure to local and upcoming players”.

    Adani Sportsline is promoted by the Adani Group whose diverse businesses include port management, electric power generation and transmission, renewable energy, mining, airport operations, natural gas, food processing and infrastructure. The group has annual revenues of over $20 billion with operations at 70 locations in 50 countries and a market cap of over $222 billion.