Dream11 ended its ₹358 crore sponsorship of Team India jerseys due to India’s 2025 ban on real-money gaming. The BCCI must find a new sponsor before the Asia Cup. The ban impacts other fantasy platforms and advertising, forcing a shift to free-to-play models and possible legal challenges.
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From Sahara to Dream11: The Rise and Fall of Cricket Sponsors
India’s new online gaming bill bans Dream11, the current jersey sponsor, from operating. Previous sponsors like Sahara, BYJU’S, and OPPO faced financial troubles. The “curse” is attributed to volatile industries seeking high visibility rather than a supernatural phenomenon. Stable sectors are expected to replace Dream11.
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