The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Apollo Tyres will be the new jersey sponsor of the Indian cricket team, securing the rights until 2028. The move follows the termination of the BCCI's contract with Dream11 after the government banned betting-related applications.
"The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced a landmark partnership with Apollo Tyres, a leader in the global tyre industry, as the new lead sponsor of Team India. This marks Apollo Tyres' first-ever foray into Indian cricket, a strategic move to align with a sport that resonates deeply with the nation," the BCCI said in a statement.
The agreement spans two and a half years, concluding in March 2028. Under the terms of the deal, the Apollo Tyres logo will be featured on the jerseys of both the Indian men's and women's teams across all formats, succeeding the previous sponsorship held by Dream11.
Apollo Tyres will pay Rs 4.5 crore per match to the BCCI, surpassing Dream11's earlier contribution of Rs 4 crore per match. With India's packed international cricket calendar, the partnership is set to provide the tyre manufacturer with significant global visibility, while also becoming one of the most lucrative sponsorship deals in Indian cricket in recent years.
"The arrival of Apollo Tyres as our new sponsor is a testament to the hard work and consistent performance of our teams. This is more than a commercial agreement; it's a partnership between two institutions that have earned the trust and respect of millions," Devajit Saikia, the BCCI secretary said.
