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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced Campa, SBI Life, and ChatGPT as Associate Partners for Indias home cricket season for a two-season period, commencing with Indias upcoming home series against the West Indies and running through March 2028, according to a BCCI media release.
The three new partnerships have a combined deal value of over Rs 130 crore, representing a 44% increase over the previous cycle, underscoring the strong appeal and growing commercial value of Indias home cricket season. The partnerships further broaden the BCCIs commercial portfolio, bringing together leading brands across the beverage, insurance and AI technology sectors and creating new opportunities to connect with cricket fans. They reflect the versatility of Indian cricket as a platform for businesses to build visibility, reach consumers and engage with a large and passionate fan base, according to the media release. BCCI President Mithun Manhas welcomed Campa, SBI Life and ChatGPT as Associate Partners, saying the increased partnership value reflects strong brand confidence in Indian crickets reach, engagement and commercial potential. He added that the three partners bring distinct propositions to the sport and will help create value for stakeholders. Indias home season continues to be a valuable and sought-after sporting property in the country, and the signing of Campa, SBI Life and ChatGPT is a strong endorsement of the strength of the Indian cricket ecosystem. The big increase in the combined value of these partnerships is particularly encouraging. It reflects the trust that leading brands have in the reach, engagement and commercial potential that comes with being associated with BCCI, he said. Each brings a distinct brand and proposition to Indian cricket, and we look forward to working with them to build strong associations that create greater value for all stakeholders, he added. BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia said the 44% rise in home season partnership value, with the latest deals exceeding Rs 130 crore, reflects strong brand confidence and demand for Indian cricket. He added that Campa, SBI Life and ChatGPT bring diverse categories and new opportunities to engage fans. The significant growth in the value of our home season partnerships reflects the strength of the property and the confidence that brands have in the BCCI and Team India. A 44% increase in the combined deal value, with the latest partnerships valued at over 130 crore, is a significant achievement and demonstrates the strong demand for association with Indian cricket, he said. Campa, SBI Life and ChatGPT represent three very different and exciting categories, and their association highlights the diverse opportunities that our home season offers. We are pleased to welcome them as Associate Partners and look forward to working with them to create new ways to engage with fans and enhance their experience of Indian cricket, Saikia added. (ANI)
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