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I asked ChatGpt to list down Indian sports industry stack (2025 lens) with descending order of Business & Job Opportunities . The number of jobs seems a bit exaggerated. Else the market size and order seems accurate. This blends both employment potential and commercial scale: 1. Cricket Ecosystem (IPL & beyond) -Jobs: Coaching, Franchise ops, sponsorship sales, broadcast production, digital engagement, ground/event management. -Business: Media rights (~₹48,000+ crore IPL cycle), sponsorship, merchandising, fantasy gaming, hospitality. 2. Sports Broadcasting & Streaming (Media Rights + OTT) -Jobs: Content production, analytics, digital media, tech support, commentary, fan engagement. -Business: Disney-Star, Viacom18, Sony-Zee—billions in rights; big driver of ad revenue and subscription models. 3. Sports Technology & Fantasy/Real Money Gaming (RMG) -Jobs: Developers, data analysts, product managers, legal/compliance, marketing. -Business: Dream11, MPL, Games24x7 driving multi-billion valuations; AR/VR & AI sports startups emerging, Pay and Play, Athlete monitoring 4. Football Ecosystem (ISL, Football Leagues, grassroots academies, global club tie-ups) -Jobs: Club management, coaching, grassroots development, sponsorship, fan engagement. -Business: ISL media rights, sponsor deals, academy growth (Man City, PSG, LaLiga schools). 5. Esports & Gaming Content -Jobs: Pro gamers, content creators, shoutcasters, team managers, tournament ops. -Business: Sponsorships, brand collabs, streaming ads; Red Bull, Mountain Dew, Lenovo entering aggressively. 6. Sports Infrastructure & Facilities -Jobs: Construction, facility management, turf/arena operators, event logistics. -Business: Government + private infra push (Khelo India, JSW, Reliance); upcoming training centres. 7. Fitness & Sports Retail (Equipment, Apparel, Footwear) -Jobs: Retail staff, e-commerce ops, brand managers, manufacturing workers. -Business: Decathlon, Puma, Adidas, Nike, HRX, cult.fit—booming fitness/sports lifestyle culture. 8. Non-Cricket Leagues (Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Badminton, Wrestling) -Jobs: Event mgmt, sponsorship sales, coaching, grassroots ops. -Business: PKL is ₹900+ crore IP; others smaller but niche loyal audiences. 9. Sports Science, Medicine & High-Performance Training -Jobs: Physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychologists, data scientists, biomechanics experts. -Business: Private centres, Govt COe's 10. Luxury, Tourism & Corporate Sports -Jobs: Golf club mgmt, hospitality, sports tourism guides, events. -Business: Golf memberships, luxury sportswear, Olympic tourism, corporate cricket leagues. #indiasportsindustry #sports #sportsbiz #india #jobs #business

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Indian Football Need Brands Support : A Call for Sponsorship In the Indian sports landscape, sponsorship is the backbone that helps any sport grow and thrive. Cricket has long been the frontrunner, attracting major brands and delivering substantial ROI. But let’s remember that cricket’s success was built on the back of strong, consistent support from brands. Just as cricket rose to prominence thanks to early brand support and innovative campaigns, other sports now need that same level of backing to grow. Now, it’s time to extend that support to other sports, especially football. Right now, football in India is at a crucial juncture. To truly transform the sport, we need brands to commit to long-term partnerships rather than one-off deals. This approach not only helps the sport but also provides brands with a unique opportunity to grow alongside the team. I’m in touch with stakeholders across all levels of Indian football, from the top-tier ISL and I-League to grassroots and state-level teams, including women’s football. This means I can connect you with the right people, whether you’re looking to support a specific team, a state, or the entire ecosystem or anything in football The youth in Indian football are showing incredible potential, and with the right support, we can help them shine even brighter. For Indian football to truly thrive, brands need to move beyond just providing one-time sponsorships. The real impact comes from building long-term collaborations with content creators, athletes, and local communities, both online and offline building fans By supporting the youth and encouraging them to take up football, brands can help foster a healthier, more confident generation. Football is a global sport that has changed countless lives, and India is increasingly exposed to top-tier football from around the world. To reach that international standard, we need a solid support system. Brands that understand how to leverage football not just as a marketing tool, but as a vehicle for social change, will play a key role in the sport’s evolution. Let’s help to elevate Indian football to new heights! I’m here to help you connect with the right contacts and make a lasting impact. #football #India #Indianfootball #Sponsorship #footballSponsorship

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TechnoSport has partnered with Dabang Delhi Kabaddi Club as the Official Kit Partner and Powered By sponsor for Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, reinforcing the alignment between Indian sports and homegrown performance apparel. The association positions TechnoSport’s functional activewear on a high-intensity national stage while supporting a top Kabaddi franchise’s equipment needs for a demanding competition environment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g2T5czYB Puspen Maity, CEO, TechnoSport Prashant Ramesh Mishra, CEO, Dabang Delhi K.C #brandlicensing #business #news #market #update #collaboration #DabangDelhiKabaddiClub Sumit Santhalia| Udit Chaturvedi| Harsh Vardhan| Manash Sharma| Gowtham R| Lokesh Radhakrishnan| Ravish Vats| Rohit Kulkarni| Naveenkumar B| Mounika Palli| Srihari M| Prashant Mishra

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The Lok Sabha’s approval of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 is more than just legislation, it is a defining moment in how India chooses to shape the future of digital entertainment, youth engagement, and trust in technology. By banning real-money gaming while backing e-sports and social gaming, the government has drawn a bold line: protecting Gen Z from financial exploitation and addictive patterns, while opening doors to skill-based growth and global opportunities. E-sports is no longer “just play.” It is a serious ecosystem with the power to build careers, foster communities, and fuel creativity. With the right structures, young gamers can compete globally, innovate responsibly, and develop digital discipline within safe boundaries. That said, the shift is not without complexity. Real-money platforms had captured massive youth attention, and their absence raises questions about access, choice, and how India will redefine digital engagement. Striking the right balance between freedom and safeguards will be the true test in a fast-evolving digital world. For Gen Z, this move represents both protection and possibility: protection from financial frauds and vulnerabilities, and the possibility of thriving in a legitimate, future-ready arena of competitive gaming. For policymakers, it is an opportunity to nurture India’s youngest digital citizens in an ecosystem that is aspirational yet accountable. This is more than regulation. It is a statement of intent, a vision for how a nation chooses to navigate the intersection of youth, technology, and trust in the years ahead. https://lnkd.in/gsCciuAN #OnlineGamingBill2025 #FutureOfGaming

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