Marketing

COLOGNE: The Central European division of Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced a multi-year partnership with ESL Gaming, the world’s biggest eSports company that will be managed out of UMG’s Berlin headquarters.

The aim of the agreement is to exclusively help Universal discover and promote new artists through ESL’s global tournaments and channels. In an industry first, UMG will partner with ESL to create the ultimate destination for gaming and music fans alike to experience the official soundtrack of the world’s esports leagues and tournaments. 

Apr 09, 2018 13:04
BENGALURU: Harman International, the wholly-owned audio systems subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, Monday announced the sponsorship of IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders, through its brand JBL. JBL will be the exclusive sound sponsor for the KKR team with branding rights for the team merchandise and promotional activities throughout the IPL cricketing season.
Apr 09, 2018 12:04
NEW DELHI: adidas launched its Tango League street football competition at the weekend in India for the first time with national team star Eugeneson Lyngdoh unveiling the trophy in the capital.
Apr 08, 2018 23:04
HOW MUCH IS THE right price for owning cricket in India? Last week's e-auction for India cricket media rights throws in some pointers. With Star India outbatting its two opponents, Sony Pictures Networks India and Reliance Jio, with an offer of Rs 6,138 crores, the maths show a per match cost of around Rs 60 crore over the next five years.
Apr 06, 2018 19:04
MUMBAI:  The Indian edition of the world’s largest golf tournament series – the Audi quattro Cup - is set to tee off its 11th season at the Jack Nicklaus designed Classic Golf & Country Club with Audi Gurugram & Audi Delhi Central hosting the opening leg of the 2018 season. 
Apr 06, 2018 19:04
MUMBAI: This year, Burger King joins big league of cricket frenzy in India with the launch of a targeted brand campaign and a partnership with reigning IPL champions the Mumbai Indians.  Burger King has associated with the popular IPL franchise to become the exclusive category partner for the Mumbai Indians, who will sport the Burger King logo as part of their outfits.
Apr 06, 2018 19:04
MUMBAI: Universal Sportsbiz Pvt. Ltd (USPL) Thursday announced that Wrogn - its youthwear line fronted by Virat Kohli Virat, and women’s ethnic wear brand Imara will be the “Official Lifestyle Partners” for team Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the Bangalore based franchise of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the 11th edition of the upcoming T20 bonanza.
Apr 04, 2018 16:04
MUMBAI: With three days to go for VIVO IPL 2018 to begin, Star India has unveiled the latest campaign playing off its ongoing ‘Best vs Best’ narrative that is built around the opening clash on Saturday, April 7th between current champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. 
Apr 04, 2018 15:04
MUMBAI: Online travel company Goibibo has launched a campaign linking cricket with the delight of travel featuring its brand ambassador Deepika Padukone and Mumbai Indians team members Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah.
Apr 03, 2018 15:04
MUMBAI: cricket-focused sports gaming platform Dream11 has launched an integrated campaign #DimaagSeDhoni featuring its brand ambassador MS Dhoni.
Apr 03, 2018 12:04
MUMBAI: Leo Burnett Orchard has won the creative mandate for cricket-focused sports gaming platform Dream11. As part of its new duties, Leo Burnett Orchard will partner Dream11 for all of its sports tie-ups, and will help consumers realise the joy of fantasy sports. There was no multi-agency pitch involved in the assignment of the creative mandate.