Indian Premier League is considered and seen more like a festival in India than just a cricket tournament. This sporting event creates a lot of joy and enthusiasm in the country. It is a cricket tournament which is conducted every year in the country between certain cricket clubs.
With the 14Th edition of IPL is just around the corner, Let’s look at the sponsors of IPL 2021.
Title Sponsor of IPL 2021
Media Rights of Vivo IPL 2021
Co-presenting Sponsors of IPL 2021
Co-powered Sponsors of IPL 2021
Associate Sponsors of IPL 2021
Other Sponsors of IPL 2021
FAQ
List of All the Brands that are Sponsoring IPL 2021
Title Sponsor of IPL 2021
Vivo
Vivo is the title sponsor of the tournament. Last year due to the Indo-China issues the Title sponsor was removed from the list. This year the smartphone company is back as the title sponsor of IPL 2021 and it will be called as Vivo IPL 2021.
Tata Safari
Tata Motors is one of the biggest car manufacturing company of India. Tata has sponsored their new car Tata Safari for the top players to win this season of Vivo IPL 2021.
Media Rights of Vivo IPL 2021
Star Sports
Star Sports have the media rights for the tournament. This means that you can view the match only through the channels of the star media company. This year Star Sports have signed 14 sponsors for Vivo IPL 2021.
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Co-presenting Sponsors of IPL 2021
Dream 11
Dream 11 is an Indian-based fantasy sports platform. Dream 11 is the first Indian gaming company to enter into the Unicorn Club. The company was founded in the year 2008. The platform lets you play fantasy football, cricket, hockey, basketball, and many other games. Dream 11 is one of the co-presenting sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Byju’s
Byju’s is an Indian-based Multinational ed-tech company. The company is located in Bangalore. It was founded in the year 2011. Byju’s is the world’s most valuable ed-tech company. Byju’s was a sponsor of IPL 2020 as well. They are also the co-presenting sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
PhonePe
PhonePe is an Indian financial technology and payments company. PhonePe is also headquartered in Bangalore India. The company was acquired by the e-commerce firm Flipkart. The company was founded in the year 2015. PhonePe is one of the co-presenting sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Justdial
Justdial is a company that helps you to search for different services in India. The company was founded in the year 1996 and is located in Mumbai. Justdial is also one of the co-presenting sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Co-powered Sponsors of IPL 2021
Upstox
Upstox is one of the largest stockbrokers in the country. They are a discount stockbroker which is backed by Ratan Tata. Upstox is one of the co-powered sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Vimal Elaichi
Vimal Elaichi is considered to be a product used as a mouth freshener. They are also signed up as one of the co-powered sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
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Associate Sponsors of IPL 2021
Bingo
Bingo is a brand of ITC limited. ITC is an Indian MNC which is headquartered in Kolkata. ITC has a wide range of products and brands under them. Bingo is one of the brands under ITC which provides packaged chips. Bingo is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Cred
Cred is aa Indian-based mobile application which lets you pay your credit card bills. It was started in the year 2018 and is located in Bangalore. Cred is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Havells Fans
Havells is an Indian-based electronic equipment manufacturing company. Havells fans is a brand under Havells that manufactures and sells fans. Havells fans is also one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Garnier Men
Garnier is a cosmetic brand of L'Oréal. It is a French based cosmetic company. Garnier Men is a brand which manufactures products for men which include facewash, shaving creams, etc. Garnier Men is also one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Kamla Pasand
Kamla Pasand is a brand that sells pan masala. They are famous for their tagline which is Anokha Swaad. They are also one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI)
Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) is an organization in India which maintains the industry standards in the Mutual Funds sector of the country. AMFI was established in the year 1995. AMFI is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Frooti
Frooti is a mango flavored drink that is sold in India. It is manufactured under the company Parle Agro. Frooti was launched in the year 1985. It is one of the successful products manufactured by Parle Agro. Frooti is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Pharmeasy
Pharmeasy is an Indian company which involves in the delivery of pharmaceutical products such as medicines. They have signed up as one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Livspace
Livspace is an Indian company that involves in interior designing and renovation. The company was founded in the year 2014. They have also signed up to be one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Swiggy
Swiggy is an online food ordering and delivery app. It is India’s largest food delivery app. The company was founded in the year 2014 and is located in Bangalore. Swiggy is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Parle Agro
Parle Agro is an Indian MNC. They own the brands such as Frooti, Appy, Hippo, Bailey, and many more. They have signed up to be one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
Unacademy
Unacademy is an Indian online educational technology company. It was started as a YouTube channel and later launched as a company in the year 2015. Unacademy is one of the associate sponsors of Vivo IPL 2021.
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Other Sponsors of IPL 2021
Asian Paints
Asian paints is an Indian MNC. They are involved in the manufacturing, selling, distribution of paints. They are also involved in coating, home décor, etc. The company was founded in the year 1942. Asian paints is one of the new sponsors joining the list this year.
Thumps Up
Thums Up is a soft drink company that was launched in India under the brand Cola. It was first introduced in the year 1977, later the company was re-launched by Coco-Cola to compete with Pepsi. Thums Up is also a sponsor for Vivo IPL 2021.
Vodafone-idea
Vodafone Idea is a telecommunication company which is located in Mumbai. Both the company runs the business together under one brand Vi. They are also a sponsor of the 2021 Vivo IPL.
Mondelez
Mondelez is an American MNC which is located in Chicago. The company deals with food, confectionery, beverage, snacks, etc. They are also a new sponsor of the 2021 Vivo IPL.
Amazon Prime
Amazon prime is an OTT platform that is run under the e-commerce giant Amazon. It is one of the most common OTT platforms used by Indians and other people across the globe. Amazon Prime is also one of the sponsors of the 2021 Vivo IPL.
Groww
Groww is an Indian-based platform. The company provides a platform for online investments. The platform has more than 10 million registered users. It is one of the growing mobile platforms in the Finance and Insurance Industry of the country. They are also a sponsor of Vivo IPL 2021.
Disney + Hotstar
Disney + Hotstar is an OTT platform in India. They also have the media rights which will let you watch the live matches on their platforms if you have a VIP or premium subscription.
The platform has signed 10 sponsors for IPL 2021. They have signed up some common sponsors such as PhonePe, AMFI, and Dream 11. The other companies which have signed up have been mentioned below.
Mumbai Indians Sponsors
DHL Express
DHL express is an international courier packaging and express delivery service company. DHL express will be one of the principal sponsors of Mumbai Indians and they will also be backing the team this season.
Samsung
Samsung is the famous smartphone manufacturing company. It is one of the companies which has a major share in the smartphone market of India. Samsung is also one of the principal sponsors of Mumbai Indians
Jio
Jio is a telecommunication company which operates under Reliance Industries. Jio is one of the largest and top most telecom company in India. Jio is the principal sponsor of Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Kings Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The company is also one of the associate sponsors of Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore,
Astral Pipes
Astral Pipes is an Indian based pipe manufacturing company. It is one of the best pipe manufacturing company in the country. Astral Pipes is also one of the associate sponsors of Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore,
Marriot Bonvoy
Marriot Bonvoy is a chain of hotels. It has a presence globally and it is one of the largest hotel chain company in the world. Even Marriot Bonvoy will be one of the associate sponsors of Mumbai Indians.
Official Partners of Mumbai Indians
USHA, Dairy Milk, Kingfisher Calenders, Mai Dubai, Colgate, William Lawson’s Music CDs, Dream 11, MakeMyTrip, Kotak, Performax, ESA, Radio City 91.1 FM, Fever 104 FM, Boat and DNA Networks are the official sponsors of Mumbai Indians for Vivo IPL 2021.
BKT tyres
BKT tyres is one of the tyre manufacturing company which is located in Mumbai, India. They will be one of the companies backing the Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, team this season. They are also the associate sponsors of Chennai Super Kings
PhonePe
PhonePe will be one of the companies backing the Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore this season.
Royal Challengers Bangalore Sponsors
Muthoot Fincorp
Muthoot Fincorp is a subsidiary company of Muthoot Blue. Muthoot fincorp provides financial services. They are the title sponsors of RCB for the 2021 IPL season
Puma
Puma is a MNC which manufacturers sports apparels, casual and sports shoes. They are one of the principal sponsors of RCB for the 2021 IPL season.
Myntra
Myntra is an Indian-based e-commerce platform. Myntra was acquired by Flipkart an Indian-based e-commerce giant. Myntra is also one of the principal sponsors of RCB for the 2021 IPL season.
Exide
Exide is an Indian-based battery storage manufacturing company. They also provide life insurance services. Exide is also one of the principal sponsors of RCB for the 2021 IPL season.
Nuvoco DP World
Nuvoco DP world is a logistics company. The company is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Nuvoco DP World is one of the principal sponsors of RCB for the 2021 IPL season.
MPL
Mobile Premier League (MPL) is a mobile application. It is one of the e-sports platform of India. MPL is one of the associate sponsors of RCB. MPL is also a principal sponsor of Kolkata Knight Riders.
MAX Life Insurance
Max Life Insurance is an Indian-based company that provides insurance services. It is one the largest insurance company in India. Max Life Insurance is one of the associate sponsors of RCB.
Lifebuoy
Lifebuoy is a brand which manufactures soap under the company Hindustan Uniliver Limited. Lifebuoy is also one of the associate sponsors of RCB.
Official Partners of Royal Challengers Bangalore
MakeMyTrip, Kingfisher Calenders, MediBuddy, DNA Networks, Mai Dubai, MILO, ON – Optimum Nutrition, Swiggy Instamart, EUME, boat, NVY, Royal Challengers Sports Drink, iB Cricket, Dark Fantasy, Dava India, and Rainbow Milk are the official sponsors of Royal Challengers Bangalore for Vivo IPL 2021.
Chennai Super Kings Sponsors
India Cements
Indian Cements is an Indian-based cement manufacturing company. The company is headed by N. Srinivasan who is the former Chairman of International Cricket Council. Indian Cements is the principal sponsor of CSK.
The Muthoot Group
The Muthoot Group is an Indian-based multinational Conglomerate. It is located in Kochi, Kerala. The Muthoot group is the principal sponsor of CSK.
Clear Shampoo
Clear is a brand under the company Uniliver which manufactures anti-dandruff shampoo. Clear is also one of the principal sponsors of CSK.
Nippon Paint
Nippon Paint is an Indian-based paint manufacturing company. The company was founded in the year 1881. Nippon Paint is one of the principal sponsors of CSK.
Dream11
Dream 11 is an associate sponsor of CSK for Vivo IPL 2021. They are also principal sponsor of Kings Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
EUME
EUME is a lifestyle company under Avon Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. EUME is also an associate sponsor of CSK for Vivo IPL 2021.
Equitas
Equitas small finance bank is a bank which is located in Chennai. Equitas Small Finance bank is also an associate sponsor of CSK for Vivo IPL 2021.
Boost
Boost is an energy drink company which was established in the year 2001. Boost is one of the associate sponsors of CSK for Vivo IPL 2021.
Mai Dubai.
Mai Dubai is a bottled water plant which is located in Dubai. Mai Dubai is one of the associate sponsors of CSK for Vivo IPL 2021.
Official Partners
Muthoot Precious Metals Corporation, Nasher Miles, Cover It Up, Levista, The Souled Store, Sonata, FanPlay IoT, iB Cricket, Lupisafe, Hello FM, NAC Jewellers, Lilliputian Hub, boat, ASAP, SEVEN, Fast&Up, NOVA, Fever FM, Kaadoo are the official sponsors of Chennai Super Kings for Vivo IPL 2021.
Delhi Capitals Sponsors
EbixCash
EbixCash is one of the leading financial exchanges in India. EbixCash is one of the principal sponsors of Delhi Capitals. They are also the title sponsor of Kings Punjab.
JSW Group,
JSW cement is a subsidiary company of JSW group which is located in Mumbai. JSW cement is involved in the manufacturing and distribution of cement. JSW is also one of the principal sponsors of Delhi Capitals.
APL Apollo Steel Pipes.
Apollo Steel pipes is a brand under Apollo which is involved in the manufacturing of pipes. Apollo pipes is also one of the principal sponsors of Delhi Capitals.
Official Partners
Colgate, Bodycare, Nissan, Dream11, Kotak, BKT, boat, Coca Cola, Jio, acko, OkCredit, BondTite (Astral Adhesives), Livinguard, and FanCode Shop are the official sponsors of Delhi Capitals for Vivo IPL 2021.
Rajasthan Royals Sponsors
Expo 2020 Dubai
Expo 2020 is a world expo that is hosted in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Expo 2020 Dubai is the Principal sponsors of Rajasthan Royals.
Nine Sanitary Napkins
Nine Sanitary Napkins is a leading brand for female menstrual products. They are one of the principal sponsors of Rajasthan Royals.
TV9 Bharatvarsh
TV9 Bharatvarsh is a channel which comes under the company TV9. They are also one of the principal sponsors of Rajasthan Royals.
KEI Wires & Cables
KEI Wires and Cables is an Indian-based wires and cable manufacturing company. KEI Wires and Cables are also the KEI Wires & Cables
Colgate
Colgate is a toothpaste brand of India. Colgate is the associate sponsor of Rajasthan Royals.
BigBasket
BigBasket is an Indian-based online grocery delivery service. BigBasket is also one of the associate sponsors of Rajasthan Royals.
Official Partners
Kingfisher, Dream11, BKT, Yellow Panther, Sportz Interactive, ia (Interactive Avenues), epiphany, UAE City 1016, Big FM 92.7, Fandom, FanCode Shop, The Souled Store, Gully and PLUS are the official sponsors of Rajasthan Royals for Vivo IPL 2021.
Kings Punjab Sponsors
Royal Stag Music CDs
Royal Stag is an Indian-based Whisky brand which was launched in 1995. Royal Stag Music CDs comes under the company Royal Stag. They are one of the principal sponsors of Kings Punjab.
Fena Detergent
Fena detergent is a brand which comes under the company Fena. Fena detergent is involved in the manufacturing of detergent products. They are also one of the principal sponsors of Kings Punjab.
Boat
Boat is an Indian-based consumer audio and lifestyle brand. Boat is a principal sponsor of Kings Punjab.
Official Partners
Stylam, BKT, Colgate, CocaCola, FanCode Shop, T10 Sports, and Kingfisher Premium are the official sponsors of Kings Punjab for Vivo IPL 2021.
Kolkata Knight Riders Sponsors
Official Partners
Mai Dubai, Kingfisher Calander, BKT, iB Cricket, Lux Cozi, TV9 Bharatvarsh, Astral Pipes, JIO, Royal Stag Music Cds, Greenply, Colgate, Suniti Industries Ltd, Boat, Cricfig, Fanhood, The Souled Store, Gully and Medimix are the official sponsors of Kolkata Knight Riders for Vivo IPL 2021.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Sponsors
JK Lakshmi Cement
JK Lakshmi Cement is a brand under JK organization which involves in the manufacturing and marketing of cement. JK Lakshmi Cement is the title sponsor of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
TCL
TCL is a Chinese-based electronics company. It is one of fastest growing electronics company. TCL is one of the principal sponsors of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Ralco Tyres
Ralco Tyres is one of the best tyre manufacturing company in India. They produce a wide range quality tyre. Ralco tyres are one of the principal sponsors of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Valvoline
Valvoline is an Indian-based company which provides engine oils that is fully synthetic and the best diesel fuel additive. Valvoline is also one of principal sponsors of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Nerolac paints
Nerolac paints in an Indian-based paint manufacturing company. It is the largest paint manufacturing company and the third largest decorative paint company in India. Nerolac Paints is also one of the principal sponsors of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
.Official Partners
Jai Raj Steel, Colgate, Kotak Bank, Spektacom, FanCode Shop, Tyka, iB Cricket, Tenali Double Horse and Mai Dubai are the official sponsors of Sunrisers Hyderabad for Vivo IPL 2021.
FAQ
Who sponsored first IPL?
DLF sponsored first IPL 500 million Indian rupees between 2008 and 2012.
Who is the title sponsor of IPL 2021?
The title sponsor of IPL 2021 is Vivo.
Is IPL 2021 Cancelled?
No, IPL 2021 will be played at six venues in India, which is scheduled between April 9 and May 30.
Conclusion
These are the companies and brands which have signed up to be the sponsors of this year’s IPL. Sanjog Gupta, Head – Sports, Star India, had said that “Vivo IPL 2021 is returning to Indian soil with a lot of anticipation across the country" while launching the IPL campaign on 15 March 2021.
Author: Alan Joseph
Source : https://startuptalky.com/ipl-2021-sponsors-list/
Date : 2021-04-12T10:27:00.000Z