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Star seeks BCCI rights fee discount; BYJU'S wants immediate out

Last updated : Jan 10, 2023 20:01

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Jan 09, 2023 16:01

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MUMBAI: India’s home season media rights holder Star India is seeking a Rs 130 crore discount on its existing deal, the current cycle for which ends in March. While Team India jersey sponsor BYJU's, which wants an immediate out from its sponsorship agreement, has reportedly told the the BCCI to encash its bank guarantee worth an estimated Rs 140 crore.

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