GMR Rugby League 2025: Sponsorship News & Analysis
The GMR Rugby Premier league (RPL) has dramatically launched in Mumbai, heralding a new era for Indian rugby. Six franchises are fiercely competing, backed by a robust list of sponsors. GMR Group headlines as title sponsor, with HSBC as a key partner. Explore partnerships with Capgemini, Bisleri, Dream11, and others. Star Sports Select 1 and JioHotstar are ensuring comprehensive coverage as the official broadcaster and digital streaming partner respectively, with Rugby Pass reaching a global audience. Analyze the importance of the brands supporting the league. News Directory 3 reported on the event. See how these sponsorships will impact the future of the rugby premiere league. Discover what’s next …
GMR Rugby Premier League Kicks Off in Mumbai
Updated June 22, 2025
The inaugural season of the GMR Rugby premier League (RPL) has commenced at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai, marking a notable moment for rugby in India. Six franchises are competing for the championship, supported by a host of sponsors.
GMR Group serves as the title sponsor for this debut season of the Rugby Premier league, while HSBC is a powered-by partner. Encalm Hospitality, Megawide infrastructure, and Waisl aviation specialists have also signed on as associate sponsors.
Official partners for the tournament include Capgemini, Bisleri, Hero Fincorp, JSW Cement, Amul, Dream11, Pushpak, Wintex, Nanavati Max, and Capital Group. These partners play a crucial role in supporting the league’s operations and enhancing the fan experience.
Capgemini is the transformation partner, Bisleri serves as the hydration partner, and Dream11 is the fantasy sports partner. Pushpak is the equipment leasing partner, and Nanavati Max is the medical partner. Capital Group is the outdoor media partner,and Radio Mirchi is the radio partner.
Star Sports Select 1 is the official broadcaster, with JioHotstar as the digital streaming partner. Rugby Pass TV network is the online global broadcaster, expanding the reach of the Rugby Premier League to audiences worldwide.
Satyam Trivedi, CEO of GMR Sports, said, “We are proud to announce that our team has successfully onboarded over 17 esteemed sponsors and partners, including some of the most credible global and Indian brands.” He added that this achievement reflects the strong trust in GMR’s ability to deliver and promote a new league in the Indian market.
rahul Bose, President of Rugby India, said, “The GMR Rugby Premier League is a dream come true.” He expressed his gratitude for the support received and his confidence that these partnerships will elevate the sport to greater heights.
What’s next
The GMR Rugby Premier League aims to build on this successful launch,fostering the growth of rugby in India and creating a lasting ecosystem for the sport.